Jefferson County Commissioners Support Breast Cancer Awareness

0:00In Birmingham today, March 19th, Jefferson County Commissioners hosted a breast cancer awareness event this week during Women's History Month. They teamed up with Brenda's brown bosom buddies to push for mammograms, spotlight cancer legislation, and hand out donations to local support groups, officials and help experts joined in to spread the word. District Attorney Linnaeus Washington, a breast cancer survivor, shared her story of early detection saving her life. She noted that one and eight women in the United States faces a breast cancer diagnosis in her lifetime. Groups like this one help women of color get access to vital screenings they might otherwise miss. Brenda's brown bosom buddies started back in 2010 to support survivors through education and outreach, especially in underserved areas. At the event, they donated thousands to outfits like the breast cancer research foundation of Alabama and hospitals funding mammograms. Lawmakers highlighted key bills too. Alabama Senate bill 177, which passed the Senate in February

1:01when make health plans cover extra imaging like MRIs for breast issues. Congresswoman Terry Sewell also touted a new federal act named for her late mom, expanding Medicare for multi-cancer early detection tests. To wrap things up, the commissioners gave $15,000 to Brenda's brown bosom buddies for their ongoing work with patients and families. Folks can get involved at a volunteer workshop this Saturday, March 21st, from noon to 3 p.m. at McGalpine Park Recreation Center in Birmingham. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music. S-O-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.com.