National Consortium of Breast Centers

11/16/2025

Meet One of Our Shining Lights in Navigation — Christine!

As we celebrate National Oncology Navigator Day on Dec. 9th, we’re proud to highlight Christine, whose warmth, empathy, and unwavering dedication brighten every corner of the breast center.

Scott shared, “Christine is a well-rounded, empathetic, and truly caring navigator. I’ve seen countless times when a patient arrives nervous for their biopsy and leaves relieved, smiling, and even laughing with Christine by their side. She has a gift for helping people open up, bringing them out of their shell, and making those around her feel genuinely supported.”

Christine, thank you for the compassion, joy, and comfort you bring to your patients and your community every single day.

11/13/2025

Guiding Light Award Honoree | National Oncology Navigator Day

The National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) is honored to spotlight the navigators who serve as true guiding lights for their patients. Today, we celebrate one of those shining lights - Archelle.

A breast cancer survivor and a healthcare professional with more than 25 years of experience, Archelle has devoted her life to supporting women as they navigate surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation with strength and dignity. Her compassionate guidance, steady presence, and resourceful care help patients adapt to new routines, overcome challenges, and find hope along the way.

As an author, advocate, and motivational speaker, Archelle continues to illuminate the path for others through her faith, family, and unwavering dedication to healing.

Thank you, Archelle, for being a beacon of resilience and compassion.

11/13/2025

On World Kindness Day (Nov. 13), the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) celebrates the power of kindness in healthcare and beyond.

Kindness heals, uplifts, and connects us all — especially those facing breast cancer. Let’s spread compassion, support, and hope to every patient, family, and care provider.

Together, we make every step of the breast care journey a little brighter.

11/11/2025

Honoring Our Veterans

Today, the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) proudly recognizes the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the veterans who continue to serve beyond their military careers—through leadership in healthcare, research, and patient advocacy—advancing our shared mission to improve breast care for all.

Your commitment to service inspires us every day.

11/06/2025

Guiding Patients. Empowering Hope. Transforming Care.

On December 9, 2025, join the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) and healthcare organizations nationwide as we celebrate the incredible impact of Oncology Navigators!

These compassionate professionals play a vital role in improving access, quality, and the overall patient experience in cancer care.

Let’s show our appreciation—share this post and help us spread the word!

11/05/2025

Nominations are NOW OPEN for the NCBC Heart of Advocacy Award!

The National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) and Breast Cancer Wellness Magazine invite you to nominate yourself or someone you know who shows extraordinary dedication to improving the lives of those affected by breast cancer.

This prestigious award honors advocates who:

Raise awareness & educate communities

Provide vital support to patients & families

Lead initiatives that improve breast cancer care

Inspire others with resilience & passion

Deadline: January 31, 2026 (Midnight EST)

Click below to nominate an advocate.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9PSRKL6

11/05/2025

Our goal at NCBC is to improve breast‑care delivery, support innovation, and ensure patients receive the most effective treatments. Studies like this push the boundary of what’s possible in precision care.

For breast‑centers, care providers, and advocates this means: exploring new tools, understanding how AI and multimodal data might integrate into clinical workflows, and ultimately enhancing patient safety and outcomes.

We encourage all clinicians, breast center leaders, researchers, and advocates in the breast‑care realm to take a look at this article. It’s a vivid example of how cutting‑edge technology and data science are making a difference.

👉 Read the full article here: [link]

(*Link to the Nature article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41551-025-01495-5

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A deep-learning-based multimodal alignment and prediction model predicts HER2 status using pretreatment multimodal breast cancer data, surpassing needle biopsy accuracy.

11/04/2025

Empowering Voices. Inspiring Journeys.

The National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) is proud to partner with Breast Cancer Wellness Magazine to share stories that uplift, educate, and bring hope to the breast cancer community.

In the Fall Issue, read “Living Beyond Diagnosis: Keeshia Jones’ Journey with Metastatic Breast Cancer,” written by Sylvia Powers, as part of the NCBC Special Section.

Together, we’re amplifying real stories of courage and resilience—because every survivor’s journey deserves to be heard.

11/04/2025

Calling all breast-care professionals!

Join the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) at our 35th Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference — March 28-29, 2026 in Cleveland, OH.

Why attend?

• Two-day power-packed sessions covering Survivorship, Quality, Navigation, Imaging, Sexual Health, Program Leadership and more. breastcare.org

• Post-conference Intensives for Imaging Teams, Clinical Breast Management, Navigation & High-Risk Care. breastcare.org

• Earn CE Credits. Network with peers from across disciplines. Grow as a leader in breast care. breastcare.org

Location: Hilton Cleveland Downtown & Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland — the heart of downtown Cleveland, filled with energy, innovation, and professional connections. breastcare.org

Registration is open now! Secure your spot.

https://www.breastcare.org/conference-ncbc/

Let’s come together, elevate our practices, and drive excellence in breast-care for patients everywhere.

11/04/2025

Big news in breast-health access!

We’re proud to see Color Health and Google Cloud joining forces to launch a new platform that uses advanced AI tools — including Google’s Gemini 2.5 large language models — to streamline eligibility assessments and scheduling for breast cancer screening.

With this initiative, women 40+ and high-risk individuals can more easily access mammograms, ultrasounds, and breast MRIs — with coordinated follow-up when needed.

At NCBC, our mission is to improve patient access, safety, and outcomes in breast centers nationwide. We welcome innovations like this that help remove real-world barriers to care.

👉 We encourage you to read the full article below.

Color Health and Google Cloud are partnering on an accessible breast cancer screening initiative.

11/03/2025

Hello, November!
The National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) welcomes a new month filled with gratitude, reflection, and a continued commitment to patient-centered care.

As we transition from Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our dedication to education, advocacy, and collaboration remains unwavering. Together, we move forward — supporting survivors, empowering professionals, and strengthening communities nationwide.

Join us at the NCBC 2026 35th Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference
Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
Saturday–Sunday, March 28–29, 2026

Propel your career, expand your knowledge, and amplify your advocacy.

Learn more: https://www.breastcare.org/conference-ncbc/

11/01/2025

When it’s not just a lump — please read, share, and act.

Black women face a higher risk of developing a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer known as Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) — a disease that often doesn’t begin with a lump.

This powerful article from Texas Metro News explains what every woman should know about IBC, especially in communities where awareness and access to care are limited.

👉 Read here

https://texasmetronews.com/102049/when-its-not-just-a-lump-what-black-women-need-to-know-about-inflammatory-breast-cancer/

Key things to know:

IBC may appear as redness, swelling, warmth, or skin changes—not always a lump.

Early recognition and prompt medical evaluation can make a lifesaving difference.

Education, equity, and access to care are vital in improving outcomes.

At the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC), we’re committed to raising awareness and improving breast care for all. Let’s continue to spread the word and support early detection—because awareness saves lives. INFLAMMATORY BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

By Sylvia PowersCorrespondentTexas Metro News Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is among the most aggressive and deadly forms of breast cancer—yet it remains one of the least understood, especially in the Black community.  Unlike traditional breast cancer, IBC does not typically present with a lum...