Bihu 2026 - Northeast Indian American Cultural Organization (#NEIACO), NJ, USA
Bihu, New Jersey, April 25, 2026: On behalf of Breast Cancer Hub (BCH), we are extremely grateful to the Northeast Indian American Cultural Organization (#NEIACO) for giving BCH the opportunity to serve the community and further our mission of promoting cancer awareness, early detection, and patient support.
A huge shoutout to our BCH Ambassador Ayna Phukan for her exceptional dedication and commitment to raising cancer awareness and engaging the community. Her efforts received an immense positive response from attendees. Ayna shared valuable information about BCH’s early detection and screening resources, introduced our handcrafted patient care packages, and highlighted BCH’s grassroots mission of providing comprehensive support services-from screening and diagnosis to treatment assistance and counseling-completely free of charge.
A heartfelt thanks to Ms. Smita Barbora and Mr. Areejit Phukan, for their unwavering support, encouragement, and generosity throughout this journey. Their kindness and commitment played an invaluable role in making this effort possible.
During the outreach, Ayna distributed BCH 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 27 languages
Life-saving Early detection cards for other types of prevalent 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 (Mentor), on behalf of Breast Cancer Hub Family
100% of BCH services are FREE, and 100% of donations are driven towards our mission (donor’s choice).