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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Dallas, TX – In recent news, Allergan has recalled BIOCELL® textured breast implants and tissue expanders per the FDA’s recommendation due to an increased risk of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). A total number of 573 cases of this type of cancer have been documented worldwide, 84% of which have been attributed […]
On April 10, 2019 at Haven’s Kitchen in New York City, the AiRS Foundation hosted a press event and panel discussion revolving around issues faced by women after surviving a diagnosis of breast cancer. The discussion, entitled “Thriving After Breast Cancer – The Journey to Healing” featured both AiRS associates and prominent breast cancer advocates, […]
Volunteers are the heart of our organization. AiRS volunteers speak for women who cannot speak for themselves, helps educate them on the best options for breast reconstruction if they so desire and complete tasks that keep the organization moving in an upward direction. April was National Volunteer Month and we celebrated the work that our […]
Good News! The AiRS Foundation received two $25,000 grants from Allergen to help support our efforts in advocating, educating and supporting women seeking reconstructive breast surgery after a mastectomy. The Allergan Foundation awarded $25,000 to the AiRS Outreach and Education program, supporting our efforts to raise awareness for surgical options for restorative breast surgery after […]