All women are at risk for breast cancer. The main concern for lesbians is lack of cancer screening and treatment. Lesbians may delay care because of lack of insurance, past negative experiences in the health care setting, or failure to see themselves at risk for breast cancer. This can cause a delay in diagnosis and treatment, which in turn can lower the chances of survival. The majority of women who have breast cancer have no identified risk other than age. The exact causes of the disease are not known, but certain factors appear to increase the risks.

Courtesy of Lesbian Breast Cancer Outreach Program

The Komen Race for the Cure® series is the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world. Races will be held in more than 100 U.S cities, including Indianapolis, as well as in three foreign countries with over 1.3 million participants expected.

Proceeds from the Komen Race for the Cure® Series help fund important breast cancer research as well as breast health initiatives on a local level. Seventy-five percent of the proceeds remain in the local community where the Race is held, helping to support breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment programs for the medically underserved. These programs are funded based upon a special needs assessment survey performed by each Komen Affiliate. A minimum of 25 percent of Race proceeds helps fund breast cancer research and project grants awarded through Komen Foundation Headquarters

Courtesy of Race for the Cure®