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The Rose turns 39! 

What does it take to build something that stands the test of time? You’ll hear how the Rose began with two women facing major challenges. You’ll hear about:

• How early cases motivated a mission for early detection
• The obstacles that nearly brought the Rose to a halt
• The community support that keeps this place going

This special episode honors their legacy, tackles barriers for the unin...

Have you ever seen a big pink coach parked outside an office or church and wondered what it takes to bring mammograms right to the community? Candice Saxton is the person behind making those visits happen.

She’s built programs that:

• Help women get breast screenings where they work and live
• Guide uninsured women through every step
• Make it easier for busy people to prioritize their health

Candice is here to explain w...

What happens when someone sees a problem that feels too big to fix? I was at lunch with a friend, sharing the challenges our women face just to get a mammogram, and a simple question turned into a $100,000 opportunity for our community.  

• Matching gifts mean every dollar goes further for women who need care
• Stories from women who’ve been helped inspire them to give back
• Our campaign deadline is almost here

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What does it mean to change lives without ever asking for recognition? Today, I sit down with the woman who kept the Rose open during the pandemic, who started a new program for women without doctors, and who gives quietly, both here and across the world. 

Listen for:

• How an unexpected meeting led to a million-dollar gift
• Why being anonymous matters to her
• How one person’s generosity created real change for women wh...

What does the future hold for breast cancer treatment? Dr. Raz is here to talk about microwaving and freezing cancers, how staging works, and the role of artificial intelligence in finding new therapies and risks. In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What cancer staging really means and why it matters
• New ways doctors might treat breast cancer with less invasive methods
• How AI could shape breast cancer care and risk assessment
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How do you decide what goes into your body, and what does that really mean for your health? 

Most of us don’t know where to start, or even realize that things like medicines and everyday products could be depleting our nutrition. Sarah Cain faced cancer, joined a clinical trial, and discovered what science can tell us about the vitamins and supplements we actually need. In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why early detect...

Dr. Ashley Steinberg traces the beginning of her journey to becoming a plastic surgeon back to an Oxford Medical sweatshirt she received at age four. You'll hear how she navigated a family outside the world of medicine, what drew her to breast reconstruction, and why emotional health is a key part of recovery. Dr. Steinberg explains the importance of patient education, her approach to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, and the va...

How do you talk about breast cancer when it’s something your community rarely discusses, sometimes because of culture, sometimes because of faith, and sometimes just because it’s hard? 

Salima Hirani faced breast cancer not just as a patient, but as a mother, a daughter, and someone who knew the taboos around speaking up. In this episode:

• You’ll hear how Salima found her own voice in a world that often k...

Why do some physicians dedicate their lives to serving the under-resourced and uninsured?

Dr. Mary T. Neal joins Dorothy to share her path from early aspirations, through medical school at a young age, to years in private practice and volunteer work at San Jose Clinic. She describes her shift from pediatrics to obstetrics and gynecology, explaining why she values relationships with pregnant women and their families. 

At San Jo...

How does a simple flyer lead a high school student to a life-saving discovery?

Monserrat Duron’s decision to perform a self-exam after attending a college fair changed the trajectory of her life. Upon finding a lump, she faced unimaginable challenges due to a lack of insurance. Yet, with the support of The Rose and the steadfast care of Dr. Bonefas, she navigated a grueling journey towards recovery and advocacy. 

Twelve ...

Being a doctor has its challenges, but imagine starting out when women weren't always accepted in medicine. Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas built a practice, stood up for her patients, and guided many through tough breast cancer battles.

• She helped care for our youngest ever diagnosed breast cancer patient at The Rose (listen to that episode here) 
• She saw surgical and health care changes over the years, from radical treatments to ...

What does it really mean to build a network that changes lives? Sarah Cain saw a need—not just for business growth, but for women to connect, support, and lift each other up.

She started Women Driving Business to bring all kinds of women together, creating real relationships and she used her own challenges—including a cancer gene—to show how information and action matter.

Sara...

En este episodio de Hablemos de Nuestros Senos, conversamos con Carol Grimaldi, sobreviviente de cáncer de mama triple negativo y cofundadora de Together in Pink.

Carol comparte su historia de diagnóstico, tratamiento y transformación personal, y cómo convirtió su experiencia en una misión para apoyar a otras mujeres a través del bienestar físico, emocional y espiritual. Descu...

What does it take to turn a breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help others? Carol Grimaldi is the co-founder of Together in Pink, an organization born from her own breast cancer experience.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Carol:

• Brings comfort bags to women going through chemotherapy
• Uses movement and Zumba as a tool for healing
• Makes sure women understand their own diagnosis

Dorothy talks with Carol about ...

What would life look like if I only did things that nourished my soul? Linda Griffin asked herself that question after facing breast cancer and she decided to make a change.

In this episode:

• Hear how Linda’s approach to health, food, and exercise shifted after her diagnosis
• Learn about her journey with breast cancer and the steps she took for care
• Find out why she believes self-love and support from others made all the d...

What does it take to bring a community together year after year? Shrimp Boil started with a simple idea, and now supports so many who need help.

Join us as Dorothy and Shrimp Boil Emcee Freddy Cruz talk about:

• How the annual shrimp boil began
• The part everyone plays—from volunteers to guests
• Why this tradition means help for those facing breast cancer

Buy your tickets and ...

The Rose’s Roxann Hayford sits down with Amy Byer Shainman, also known as BRCA Responder, to discuss her passion for patient advocacy and her award-winning work as the author of “Resurrection Lily” and film producer of “Pink & Blue Colors of Hereditary Cancer” and the soon to be released film, “Love, Danielle.”

She opens up about her sister’s ...