NAACP Health Committee, Winthrop University, South Carolina
NAACP Health Committee, Winthrop University, South Carolina - October 30, 2025: A heartfelt thank you to Shaniya Jeffcoat, Chair, and the entire organizing team for inviting me to be part of the Breast Cancer Panel. It was my privilege to share insights on breast cancer awareness, early detection and screening, treatment, patient support, and Breast Cancer Hub (BCH)’s grassroots, end-to-end model of care.
I was deeply touched by the opportunity to meet the students and the dedicated teams executing this important work. Their passion, commitment, and enthusiasm for creating meaningful impact were truly inspiring.
It was wonderful connecting with the fellow panelists Prof. Ashley Garrick, Ms. Kimberly Smith, and Ms. Olivia Winningham. We shared perspectives and reinforced the importance of collaboration, education, and community-driven efforts in the fight against breast cancer.
After the meet, on behalf of BCH, we distributed brochures outlining all of our 100% free grassroots services and contact information, ensuring that anyone encountering a suspicious case can reach out to me directly for treatment guidance and support. The brochures also included QR codes for easy access to:
Breast Self-Exam Cards for Her and Him, in 28 languages
Early detection cards for various cancers
Details on our one-of-a-kind “BCH Know Your Breasts” App, available in 27 languages and for all genders—the first of its kind
Direct contact info for those seeking guidance or noticing symptoms
To amplify engagement, we shared color-coded wristbands and keyrings:
Pink for breast cancer in women
Blue for breast cancer in men
Purple for all cancers and all genders—symbolizing unity
We also handed out bookmarks featuring ribbon colors of various cancers, promoting awareness, inclusion, and solidarity.
We shared details about our handcrafted Patient Care Packages, lovingly created by BCH’s dedicated volunteer seamstresses. Each set included:
A heart-shaped pillow with a pocket for hot/cold packs for post-surgery relief
A Chemo Port Car Seat Belt Pillow for travel comfort
Soft hats for those experiencing chemo-related scalp sensitivity
Handmade cards with original, uplifting artwork
These gifts go beyond physical comfort-they embody hope, love, and unwavering support.
Together, we continue to raise awareness, provide support, and most importantly-save lives.
With gratitude,
Dr Lopamudra Das Roy , on behalf of Breast Cancer Hub Family
100% BCH services are FREE and 100% of donations driven toward our Mission (Donor’s bucket of choice)
Website: https://www.breastcancerhub.org/