BCPP today announced that Amanda Heier will serve as its new Chief Executive Officer. BCPP is the nation’s leading science-based, policy and advocacy organization dedicated to breast cancer prevention.
Andrea Ravinett Martin was not a mountaineer, alpinist, or climber. She was a woman committed to doing things that people told her she couldn’t. From playing on the men’s flag football team in college to continuing to thrive when faced with two dire breast cancer diagnoses, Breast Cancer Prevention Partners’ founder challenged society’s expectations and proved to the world that anything is possible when women unite behind a challenge with dedication and perseverance.
New legislation in California will be the first of its kind to require disclosure of fragrances and flavors in cosmetic products. Senator Connie Leyva (D-Chino) introduced a bill today that requires manufacturers to fully disclose hazardous ingredients in fragrances and flavors used in cosmetics and personal care products sold in California. Upon its passage, the California Toxic Fragrance Chemicals Right to Know Act of 2019 (SB574) will be the first such law to take effect in the nation.
During my adolescent years in Los Angeles, everyone I knew had natural hair. Of course, we didn’t call it that, we just called it “hair.” No matter how long or short, it had to be perfectly pressed, full of body (see you later 1970’s “grease press”) and healthy in order to be acceptable. There were a few girls here and there who wore their hair in “natural styles” (bantu knots, twists, or afro puffs) but they were the unique ones. I never thought twice about the products I used on my hair or their chemical makeup. I just used whatever my mom bought from the local beauty supply and went on with my life. No worries. One product I wouldn’t use however, was a relaxer.
I saw Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP) in an email with Bay Area summer internship opportunities. It’s an organization that works at the intersection of women’s health, environmental health, and marginalized communities’ health disparities. I realized this was the place I needed to be.
As you look back on toys you gave to your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews this holiday season, you can rest easier knowing that the kids’ toys you bought are free of some very toxic chemicals called phthalates! The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) banned six phthalates in a federal law celebrating its 10th anniversary of safer toys for children.
Passing a new law in California, a new report revealing hidden toxics, community listening sessions, and Congressional briefings- see BCPP’s 2018 highlights!
BCPP Board Member and founder of Sprout San Francisco Suzanne Price offers her tips and recommendations for healthy holiday cooking!
A look back at the incredible group of individuals who came together in 2018 from across the U.S. to climb Mount Shasta to shout BCPP’s message of breast cancer prevention from the mountaintops.
For over 20 years, October has signified the month to promote awareness of breast cancer and shop in support of finding a cure. Yet, 1 in 8 women in the US will still be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. That’s why we at BCPP call it Breast Cancer Prevention Month!
