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SUMMARY:METAvivor GroundSwell
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual Grassroots Advocacy Event\nGroundSwell is the virtual sibling event to the Stage IV Stampede & Summit. By directly engaging with your lawmakers in Washington\, D.C.\, you can educate them about the metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patient experience\, the policies METAvivor is seeking to change\, and the crucial need for federally-funded MBC research. An equally effective annual advocacy event\, GroundSwell provides METAvivor advocates like you with training and support for impactful virtual meetings. \n\n\nEvent Overview \nLegislative Meeting Dates: Up to you\, between February 23rd and March 6th\, 2026 \nLocation: Virtual/Zoom \n\n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/metavivor-groundswell/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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SUMMARY:YSC Virtual Hangout for Metastatic Thrivers
DESCRIPTION:YSC’s Virtual Hangout is a space to connect with others living with metastatic breast cancer. Ask questions\, share articles and talk with others who just get it. This group is only open to those who are managing stage IV breast cancer. The group meets by Zoom and is facilitated by Krista Nelson\, a licensed clinical social worker. \nMeets first Monday of the month at 8:30PM ET | 7:30PM CT | 5:30PM PT
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/ysc-virtual-hangout-for-metastatic-thrivers/2026-03-02/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:ZOOM SUPPORT GROUPS
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SUMMARY:YSC Summit
DESCRIPTION:Catch the Beads\, Keep the Bonds: We’re Taking Over the Big Easy\nNew Orleans\, LA | March 6-8\, 2026\nThis is where lifelong friends are made. We all come together at the YSC Summit to thrive in our post-diagnosis lives in a supportive\, compassionate community. What makes us different? No cliques\, mean girls or snark allowed. Just genuine honesty\, support and vulnerability when it matters most. Oh\, and we like to throw a great party\, too. \nInformation You Can Trust in a Community You Treasure | At the YSC Summit\, every presenter is handpicked for their expertise and dedication to the young breast cancer experience. \nSummit workshops help you build personalized survivorship from the inside out. Surround yourself with young survivors\, thrivers and co-survivors\, all creating their unique life after a cancer diagnosis with help from thought leaders in the medical\, research and wellness spaces. \nSEE EVENT DETAILS \n  \n  \nIf you’re coming to the YSC Summit and you are living with metastatic breast cancer\, don’t miss this special retreat happening during the conference\, designed just for young adults with the same diagnosis. Connect with others who understand and share your experiences in a safe space dedicated to you. Registration is required! Sign up now to reserve your spot: summit.youngsurvival.org/mbc-legacy-retreat \n  \nQuestions? Email events@youngsurvival.org.
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/ysc-summit-2/
CATEGORIES:CONFERENCES,IN-PERSON EVENTS
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SUMMARY:Annual Infinite Strength Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Infinite Strength for a day full of community building and educational presentations. This event is FREE to attend and includes onsite childcare and breakfast/lunch. You will be able to engage with top oncologists from the Northeast’s major cancer centers and meet amazing people who are part of the MBC Community. \nLEARN MORE \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/annual-infinite-strength-metastatic-breast-cancer-conference/
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SUMMARY:Sharsheret Virtual Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join Sharsheret for a survivorship support group for the Embrace community — for women living with metastatic breast and advanced ovarian cancer. Sharsheret’s support groups are designed to bring together people who share similar experiences and truly understand what you’re going through. Whether you’re ready to share your story\, ask questions\, or simply listen\, you’ll find encouragement in a welcoming\, judgment-free community. \nMonthly Embrace Survivorship Support Group \n\nMondays at 8pm EST/ 5pm PST (upcoming groups: February 9th\, March 9th\, April 13th)\nThursdays at 3pm EST/ 12pm PST (upcoming groups: February 12th\, March 12th\, April 16th)\n\nDeadline to register is Friday\, January 16th! \nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/sharsheret-virtual-support-group/2026-03-12/
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SUMMARY:Steps to Navigate Common Insurance Hurdles
DESCRIPTION:Accessing healthcare can be challenging. This webinar will provide tips to understand and overcome common barriers\, such as prior authorizations\, co-pay accumulators\, alternative funding plans\, step therapy\, coverage denials\, and more.
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/steps-to-navigate-common-insurance-hurdles/
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SUMMARY:SHARE Cancer Support's 5th Annual Getting Our Fair SHARE Conference
DESCRIPTION:Our healthcare system is at a breaking point\, and it’s time to move beyond naming the crisis to focusing on the solutions. Getting Our Fair SHARE is a patient- and caregiver-centered convening designed to turn honest dialogue into concrete action that advances health equity. \nThis year’s conference will unpack the deep-rooted issues straining our system—specifically focusing on access to care\, financial toxicity\, health literacy\, and psychosocial impact. \nQuick Details\n\nDate: March 25\, 2026\nLocation: New York City + Virtual Options Available\nCost: Free\nWho should attend: Patients\, caregivers\, advocates\, and healthcare professionals\n\nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE & REGISTER
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/getting-our-fair-share-conference/
LOCATION:New York City + Virtual
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SUMMARY:Live Q&A with a Clinical Trial Navigator
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by BreastCancerTrials.org \nJoin BreastCancerTrials.org for a live\, interactive Q&A session on navigating the clinical trial process. This dedicated hour is designed to help you get the most out of trial matching tools\, including tips on refining your results\, setting up Trial Alerts\, and preparing for conversations with your doctor. \nWhether you are new to the search or looking to refine your current profile\, this session provides the information you need to decide if a clinical trial is the right next step for you. \n\nWhen: Friday\, March 27\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET\nWhere: Zoom (Link provided upon registration)\nWho: Open to all Breast Cancer Trial Search and Metastatic Trial Search users.\n\nRSVP HERE \n  \nPlease note: This Q&A session is for tool navigation\, not for questions about your personal situation. For personalized\, 1:1 support regarding your specific medical situation\, you can schedule a private appointment with a Navigator here.
URL:https://www.mbcalliance.org/event/live-qa-with-a-clinical-trial-navigator/
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