Friday, November 21, 2008

Army of Women

ONE Million Women
ONE Research Goal
ONE Revolutionary Opportunity

Dr. Susan Love is a national expert on breast cancer and sort of the breast cancer “guru” of the day. Her books have sold millions and she has provided women with solid information about breast cancer and the options available for treatment. She has now started a new project to recruit ONE MILLION women for the Army of Women. The Army is a database of women who are volunteering to be part of research efforts aimed at determining what causes breast cancer. All women are invited to participate – those with breast cancer and those who have never had it.

By registering, you are indicating your interest in learning about active research studies in need of volunteers. You will receive periodic email updates from the Army of Women announcing new research studies looking for volunteers just like you. The email will detail the research project and who and what the researchers need. If you fit the criteria and you’d like to participate, all you need to do is reply to the email and let them know you’ve accepted the “Call to Action.”

If you accept the Call to Action, you will be contacted by an Army of Women staff member, who will make sure you meet the study criteria and answer any questions you might have about study participation. You will never be pressured to take part in any study. The decision to take part is yours — and yours alone.

This is a great way to help support breast cancer research. I hope all the women will consider following this link Army of Women and registering your name in the database. Thanks!!!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Hey Sherri Jo!

Just checking in--we are in the midst of home remodeling--ugh!
I am glad you are going to be with your sister. Now you will get to be her support and will learn so much about what to expect! You are both so strong, and I know the rest of your family must be troopers and are so grateful you had the test done! I know you love your boobs, but I really think the killer part is your smile! I wish you could have heard the testimony of my bible study leader who had breast cancer 2 years ago, and had a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. Several things stuck in my mind: the fact that she will always have perky breasts and will never have to wear a bra, and how much she appreciated her cancer because she had to rely on her faith to get her through, and she learned to really appreciate the life she has. you will be a different but much better person after this. Jesus said, "Does worrying add even one hour to your life?" Of course not. So try to stop worrying. Go ahead nad make the ovary appt. Get it over with. When you have made it through this, you won't have to face anxiety the same way, because you will have faced the enemy and triumphed! Pray for wisdom and peace as best you can. It really will help!

Love, Cathy