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Two Leading Breast Cancer Organizations Join Forces to Save Lives Through Early Detection

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (TOUCHBBCA) is teaming up with the Bexa Equity Alliance (BEA) in a strategic partnership to change the game on breast cancer early detection for young Black women.

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  • TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (TOUCHBBCA) is teaming up with the Bexa Equity Alliance (BEA) in a strategic partnership to change the game on breast cancer early detection for young Black women.
  • Unlike traditional breast exams, the Bexa Breast Exam is a quick, accurate, painless exam that does not involve radiation and provides women with immediate results.
  • Currently, Black women aged 40-49 are 80% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women.
  • Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the most aggressive breast cancer sub-type, is more common in young women .

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance and partners awarded Gilead Sciences grant to build Black TNBC Matters resource hub for Black people impacted by triple negative breast cancer

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance—in partnership with the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), and Nueva Vida—was awarded the first “Toward Health Equity for Black People Impacted by Triple Negative Breast Cancer Resource Hub” grant from Gilead Sciences for their project Black TNBC Matters.

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  • TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance—in partnership with the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), and Nueva Vida—was awarded the first “Toward Health Equity for Black People Impacted by Triple Negative Breast Cancer Resource Hub” grant from Gilead Sciences for their project Black TNBC Matters.
  • “Black TNBC Matters will start—and be grounded throughout the process—in community,” says Ricki Fairley, CEO of TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance.
  • “The first thing that someone newly diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer does after they leave their doctor’s office is to search ‘triple negative breast cancer’ online.
  • Black TNBC Matters aims to be that source—a living, breathing resource that evolves and grows based on the ever-changing landscape of Black TNBC.

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, Launches New Movement, For the Love of My Gurls, Focused on Young Black Women and Breast Health

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (TOUCHBBCA) announces the launch of For the Love of My Gurls, a new multi-media education platform targeting Black women ages 18-35 to bring attention and action to Black Breast Health.

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  • TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (TOUCHBBCA) announces the launch of For the Love of My Gurls, a new multi-media education platform targeting Black women ages 18-35 to bring attention and action to Black Breast Health.
  • The campaign’s educational resources and programs will focus on Black Breast Health, risk minimization, awareness, and action for young, Black women without a breast cancer diagnosis.
  • Through digital initiatives and in-person events, For the Love of My Gurls will cover all topics related to Black Breast Health.
  • “We believe that young, Black women need more information about the risks of Black Breast Cancer much sooner, before breast cancer impacts their lives.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Touch-Free Way to Operate an Elevator (FJK-196)

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a touch-free way for an individual to activate various buttons within an elevator," said an inventor, from Boca Raton, Fla., "so I invented the TOUCH FREE.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a touch-free way for an individual to activate various buttons within an elevator," said an inventor, from Boca Raton, Fla., "so I invented the TOUCH FREE.
  • The patent-pending invention provides a touchless means of operating elevator call buttons and control panels.
  • As a result, it increases sanitation and convenience and it helps to reduce the spread of germs and viruses.
  • The invention features an innovative design that is easy to operate so it is ideal for buildings with elevators.

GUESS WATCHES LAUNCHES SPARKLING AND SPORTING PINK TIMEPIECES SUPPORTING THE GET IN TOUCH FOUNDATION FOR BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GUESS Watches celebrates its continued support for breast health educational initiatives leading into Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GUESS Watches celebrates its continued support for breast health educational initiatives leading into Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
  • Each year GUESS Watches designs a Limited-Edition timepiece with a portion of the proceeds donated directly to The Get In Touch Foundation to help further drive their mission for breast health awareness.
  • "Supporting The Get In Touch Foundation continues to be a key initiative for GUESS Watches.
  • In addition to this capsule collection, GUESS Watches is donating percentage of its proceeds from its Apple Band Pink collection.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Portable Touch Stick/Sanitizer Product (ALL-2833)

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

My design allows the users to pull the touch stick away from the sanitizing base that stays attached to a lanyard, purse, or any item of the user's choosing.

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  • My design allows the users to pull the touch stick away from the sanitizing base that stays attached to a lanyard, purse, or any item of the user's choosing.
  • It ensures the touch stick can be immediately sanitized after use.
  • The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp.
  • 20-ALL-2833, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

ONERHT Foundation raises funds for disadvantaged groups in Gentle Bones Charity Concert

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Gentle Bones said, "It's been a great journey since I started my 'Gentle Bones' YouTube channel for acoustic covers back in 2010, and I couldn't have asked for more in my last ever concert in Singapore.

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  • Gentle Bones said, "It's been a great journey since I started my 'Gentle Bones' YouTube channel for acoustic covers back in 2010, and I couldn't have asked for more in my last ever concert in Singapore.
  • By the end of the year, Gentle Bones will no longer be performing or participating in any activities locally, and I'll be officially retiring Gentle Bones in Singapore."
  • Funds raised through the charity concert will be used to support the FUN!
  • A Singapore registered charity and grant-making philanthropic organisation, ONERHT Foundation Ltd ("Foundation") enables RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT") to do right and do good through various charitable endeavours.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Touch-Free Accessory for Using Keypads (CCT-4646)

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

The invention provides a touch-free way to use a public keypad or other push buttons.

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  • The invention provides a touch-free way to use a public keypad or other push buttons.
  • As a result, it enhances sanitation and safety and it helps to reduce the spread of germs and viruses.
  • The original design was submitted to the Cincinnati sales office of InventHelp.
  • 20-CCT-4646, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Move More, Battle More: Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Launches Vital Hero!

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

IRVINE, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Launching this summer, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America introduces Vital Hero, a brand-new gamified wearable band that evolves how kids play, stay active, battle, and compete with friends.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Launching this summer, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America introduces Vital Hero, a brand-new gamified wearable band that evolves how kids play, stay active, battle, and compete with friends.
  • "The Vital Hero band combines gaming and staying active in a fun, new, and engaging way for kids of all ages," says Selah Estrada, Senior Brand Strategy Marketing Manager at Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America.
  • About Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc.
    Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. exists to share dreams, fun and inspiration with people around the world.
  • The Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. brand family includes PAC-MAN, Gundam, Dragon Ball, Vital Hero, Anime Heroes, Bandai Hobby Model Kits, Tamashii Nations, DIGIMON and Tamagotchi, among other toys and hobby product lines.

RHT Rajan Menon Foundation presents Gentle Bones Charity Concert on 22 July 2022

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Sunday, May 29, 2022

Tickets on Sale Monday, 30 May 2022 at 10am SGT, starting from S$88

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  • Tickets on Sale Monday, 30 May 2022 at 10am SGT, starting from S$88
    SINGAPORE, May 29, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Local singer-songwriter Gentle Bones will return to the stage for a good cause in collaboration with RHT Rajan Menon Foundation Ltd, the corporate social responsibility vehicle of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (ONERHT).
  • With the support of venue partner Marina Bay Sands, the live and in-person charity concert will be held at the Sands Theatre at 7pm on 22 July 2022.
  • Gentle Bones said, "It's a great occasion to be able to hold a concert after more than two years of pandemic restrictions, and to be invited by RHT Rajan Menon Foundation to do so for a great cause makes it all the more meaningful.
  • Tickets are priced from S$88 to S$228 and will go on sale on Monday 30 May 2022 at 10am SGT through Marina Bay Sands and SISTIC.