MBC Insiders: MBC Awareness Day and More
This is a special episode released Oct 13 for National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. It is the first in our recurring series, we call “MBC Insiders.” We’ll explore the issues that matter most to people with MBC, including how the language clinicians and media use can harm or help, and candid conversations about progression and the idea of “cure.” Stay tuned for an important, honest discussion.
Future at Risk: What Happens when Funding Stops
In the world where breakthrough cancer treatments hang in the balance, federal funding cuts are threatening to derail critical research that could save countless lives.
Our guest is Dr. Gloria Echeverria, a molecular biologist and passionate advocate for scientific discovery, who leads her own lab at Baylor College of Medicine. Her team investigates the molecular and genetic mechanisms that make TNBC resistant to standard treatments like chemotherapy and radiation.She shares what it’s like to run a research lab in today’s climate, the challenges of securing funding, and the ripple effects these cuts have on training the next generation of scientists, advancing new therapies, and supporting patient advocates.
Future at Risk: About Us, MBC, and the Role of Research
In this powerful panel episode, hosts Victoria Goldberg and Abigail Johnston are joined by Dr. Jill Tirabassi and Alexis Desai—each bringing their unique perspective as patients, advocates, and experts living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Together, they share personal stories about navigating diagnosis, the critical role of research in extending lives, and the real-world challenges of accessing clinical trials.
The conversation dives deep into why research funding matters, how advocacy can drive change, and the urgent need for patient-centered care. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or ally, this episode offers insight, hope, and a call to action for everyone invested in the future of cancer research.
Tune in to hear firsthand experiences, learn about the latest advocacy efforts, and discover how you can help move the needle for those living with MBC.