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An estimated 25 million women around the world will be diagnosed with breast cancer over the next 25 years, and up to 10 million could die without a cure.

Although breast cancer is a global disease, reaction and approach to its diagnosis and treatment vary greatly by a country’s cultural norms and economic means.  Given that no single approach to breast health will prove effective around the world, local communities must implement innovative programs customized to address local needs.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Global Initiative for Breast Cancer Awareness brings together Komen for the Cure’s expertise and leadership, the Institute of International Education’s (IIE) experience in international education and training, and the knowledge and expertise of local partners across Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.  Together, these groups will take the fight against breast cancer to a new level.

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King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Susan G. Komen for the Cure Launch a Community-based Breast Cancer Outreach Program
JORDAN – April 2, 2008 – Under the auspices of King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF) and in collaboration with (KHCC), Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the leadership of Jordan Breast Cancer Program (JBCP); Jordan is launching the Global Initiative for Breast Cancer Awareness in East Amman, Irbid and Zarqa. Read More

Wives of the Presidents of Ukraine and the USA Take Part in a Round Table on Fight against Breast Cancer
KYIV – April 1, 2008 – April 1, 2008, wife of the President of Ukraine, Head of the Supervisory Board of the Ukraine 3000 International Charitable Foundation Kateryna Yushchenko and wife of the President of the United States Laura Bush took part in a round table on the fight against breast cancer. Read More

Don’t Underestimate Saudi Women
JEDDAH – March 28, 2008 – The Middle East's leading English language daily newspaper, Arab News, recently showcased a workshop sponsored by Susan G. Komen for the Cure in Saudi Arabia to empower Saudi women to take charge of their health. Read More

Laura Bush, Mexico Fight Breast Cancer
MEXICO CITY (AP) — March 15, 2008 — First lady Laura Bush joined her Mexican counterpart on Friday to inaugurate a two-country alliance to promote breast cancer awareness and research. Read More

Nancy Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, speaks on the history and the achievements of the organization.   Play Video