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Season 5 Episode 16 Tracy Milgram-Posner, Founder of BRCA Strong, Knowledge is Power

November 04, 2020 Tina Conrad Season 5 Episode 16
DJBreastCancer
Season 5 Episode 16 Tracy Milgram-Posner, Founder of BRCA Strong, Knowledge is Power
Show Notes

Tracy Milgram-Posner is found of BRCA Strong.  BRCAStrong, is a Nonprofit organization built on the very foundation of supporting Previvors, Thrivers, and Survivors. Whether routine monitoring or preventative surgery, we help through the journey.

“Our mission is to support, educate, inspire and empower Previvors, Thrivers, and Survivors, to eliminate the feeling of isolation and help them feel whole again.”

BRCAStrong strives to alleviate the emotional and financial burdens of women facing genetically predisposed breasts and/or ovarian cancer through advocacy, direct assistance, empowerment, fundraising initiatives and events. BRCAStrong also provides post-mastectomy garments (Compression garments) at no charge to patients in need. 

Tracy describes her journey, what made her start a non-profit organization and how Covid has impacted BRCA Strong.  Tracy discusses that "Knowledge is power" and the importance of sharing one's story. 

https://brcastrong.org/