Gleneagles Women’s Golf Association Raises $4,000 for AiRS
AiRS was the charity of choice for the October 17th Swing for a Sister Golf Tournament hosted by Gleneagles Women’s Golf Association. The event was organized by AiRS Board Member Jennie Bassett and her good friend Carol Gockel and raised $4,000 toward AiRS mission of providing education, advocacy, and support for breast cancer survivors […]
AiRS Foundation Partners with Clean Beauty Brand Hynt Beauty for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, Alliance in Reconstructive Surgery (AiRS) Foundation is excited to partner with Hynt Beauty for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, where throughout the month 10% of all ARIA PURE and ARIA Lipsticks sales on HyntBeauty.com and Amazon will be donated to the AiRS Foundation. Hynt Beauty uses only the highest quality, natural and non-irritable ingredients […]
My BRCA Journey by Allyn Rose
Allyn Rose via Instagram (@allynrose) I remember very distinctly the day that I was tested for the BRCA 1 and 2 mutations. I sat patiently in my OBGYN’s office, staring at the posters about birth control… pregnancy… STDs, but none of them referencing the decision that I was about to make. I was choosing to [...]
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer
Preparation and knowledge are often the most important tools when facing health challenges. Genetic testing is an invaluable resource in determining if your family history increases your risk for breast cancer. The three most well-known genes that can determine a person’s risk for breast cancer are the BRCA1, BRCA2, and PALB2. Some cases of breast [...]
Petals and Stems donates to AiRS in Floral Design Challenge
Petals & Stems Florist (Dallas, Texas) donated $1,000 to AiRS as part of their 2019 Floral Design Challenge. The challenge featured several local participants, each competing for a charity of their choice. Kristen Swanson competed on behalf of AiRS. Her design received the most votes in the online competition and secured the $1,000 donation to […]
AiRS Raises Over $10,000 on North Texas Giving Day
The AiRS Foundation was one of almost 3,000 organizations participating in North Texas Giving Day on September 19, 2019. With a generous matching gift by Mrs. Melody Rogers, AiRS was able to secure over $10,000 in online contributions in just 24 hours. The funds will go directly to furthering AiRS mission of supporting women seeking […]
The Journey Of My Breasts
The Journey Of My Breasts The Journey Of My Breasts: A Breast Cancer Survivor’s Memoir By Melissa Berry aka Cancer Fashionista My breasts. They first started growing (or as my Mom would say “develop”) when I was about 11. I woke up one morning and felt these funny hard things just beneath the surface of [...]
BRA Day | October 16, 2019
Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day is an national initiative designed to promote education, awareness and access for women who may want to…
Allergan Launched Online Resource Related to Voluntary Global Recall of BIOCELL®
Allergan has launched an online resource for patients, surgeons and healthcare professionals related to the voluntary global recall of BIOCELL® textured breast implants and tissue expanders announced on July 24, 2019. The website, www.BIOCELLinformation.com, offers detailed information and specific guidance about the recent announcement, including the latest resources on the BIOCELL® withdrawal and warranty information. […]
