This summer, I was privileged to work as an intern at Sharsheret, with the specific goal of helping to expand the ovarian cancer program. Due to the nature of its diagnosis, most ovarian cancers are only detected at advanced stages as they are often initially… Continue reading
I first encountered Sharsheret at a conference in Washington DC last fall. I immediately became intrigued by Sharsheret’s variety of programming, individualized support, and dedication to helping young women and their families facing breast and ovarian cancer. I… Continue reading
Mammograms and Pap tests are effective breast and cervical cancer screening tools for all women. While cancer incidence rates are similar for women with and without disabilities, women with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are not screened at the same rates as… Continue reading
When our niece was diagnosed with breast cancer in her mid-20’s, there were limited to no resources for young women, let alone young Jewish women, with breast cancer. Our niece, a mother of two young children, went through treatment and the cancer would go into remission for… Continue reading
"There isn't a day that goes by that we don't think of our dear Founder, Rochelle Shoretz, who passed away a year ago."- Elana Silber, Executive Director We fondly remember her brilliance, her laughter, her aspiration for excellence, and her vision that no woman will face… Continue reading
Four years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer and two years ago I started my triathlon journey. Having barely any athletic experience, I decided to challenge myself with a humongous goal -- as if completing active treatment wasn’t enough of an accomplishment! For me, the… Continue reading
Miriam Friedman is a Licensed Medical Esthetician. Her passion for Oncology Esthetics came from experiencing cancer as a caregiver and an in depth knowledge of cancer treatments and their effects on the body as a whole. As a medical professional she remains positive and… Continue reading
If I look tired it’s because I am. It was my first time riding 77 miles in one ride. Why am I training I’ll get to that in a bit. My Mom was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was a freshman in college. Thankfully, she is healthy today. I needed Sharsheret. … Continue reading
As the youngest child in a stereotypical Jewish family, finding independence has always been a process for me. I may be 27, have a full time job, and rent an apartment in the city, but grandma still calls to check on my scraped knee.Then last fall, I was diagnosed with breast… Continue reading
On the holiday of Shavuot we read from the Book of Ruth. This story highlights the relationship between Ruth and her mother-in-law, Naomi. In the opening lines we learn that Naomi encourages Ruth to leave, as she does not want to burden her or hold her back. Without… Continue reading
"That lump is cancer. If the pathology report comes back negative, I'm going to think it's a mistake."Like a bomb dropped in my lap, a radiologist unloaded this sentence. Did he not see the baby I was nursing on my breast In an instant, my life plans crashed. Forget my wish for… Continue reading
When Passover rolls around, we all search through the house, furiously purging our homes of anything that is bread-related. Finally, when all the pasta and cereal are gone we suddenly feel ready to welcome our springtime holiday. The problem is that the leavened products are not… Continue reading
Thank you again to the more than 6,000 Sharsheret volunteers who help grow our community and strengthen the Sharsheret chain. Missed National Volunteer Week 2016 Check out the videos and blogs our incredible volunteers sent… Continue reading
Q: When did you start volunteering at SharsheretA: It was September of 2011. I came in to buy tee-shirts for the Race for The Cure Breast Cancer Walk and asked about volunteering. I was asked when I could start. I was there the next day stuffing envelopes and have been there… Continue reading
It all started with the simplest of emails. A member of Sharsheret’s Support Team was just checking in. I suppose most of the time she receives emails back saying something to the effect of “Thanks. Doing great!”. I don’t think she knew what she… Continue reading
I was just like you. I sat in the very same chairs you are sitting in right now. I listened to speakers talk about their experiences with breast cancer and ovarian cancer and how Sharsheret helped them to overcome their most difficult battles. I chose a major, minors, and took… Continue reading
Marsha Dane Stern was an Aishet Chayil who passed away at the age of thirty-six from breast cancer. Her life of devotion to Jewish education, love of Israel, chesed and family continues to serve as an inspiration. In recognition of the completion of her thirty-sixth… Continue reading
On Purim, we read the Book of Esther. The Cliffs Note version of the story is that the evil Haman convinced King Achashverosh to deliver a decree to annihilate all the Jews in his empire. Each Jew could have understandably asked “why me” and become despondent and despairing.… Continue reading
My regular doctor’s checkup at my pediatrician had never been easy for the three of us. My mom held my hand as I, a 19-year-old girl, kicked and screamed as the doctor, whilst holding me down, pricked me with a needle. Once she’d finish, we all calmed down—relief spread… Continue reading
I am truly honored to be part of Team Sharsheret for the second year. Last year when I ran in the NYC half marathon, I received an email the Friday before the race from Rochelle Shoretz wishing me good luck. In the email she wrote how she wished she could be running… Continue reading
