Anchorage Young Cancer Coalition

08/05/2026

Some great options for post breast surgery swimwear.

See our Community's top picks for the best mastectomy bathing suits, whether you have reconstructed breasts, aesthetic flat closure, or use prostheses.

07/30/2026

Allies is a mastectomy product boutique opened in 2014 by a bilateral mastectomy breast cancer survivor. We offer breast forms, pocketed bras, post-surgical recovery garments and compression arm sleeves.

07/30/2026

Great article on preventing ovarian cancer!

The vast majority of cases begin in the fallopian tubes — and removing them can reduce the risk by nearly 80 percent.

07/17/2026

Join ACS CAN as we hear from a panel of public health leaders from across the spectrum who will discuss the impact to***co continues to have on our communities. We will explore effective partnerships and policies including investing in fact-based to***co control programs, significantly increasing taxes on all to***co products, and defending existing to***co control laws to prevent and treat to***co addiction and support Alaskans in living healthier lives.

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

05/13/2026

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that helps adult cancer survivors reclaim their health and well-being following a cancer diagnosis.

Details about the program:
A small-group, physical activity and well-being program.
Meets twice a week for 12-weeks for 90-minutes each session.
Improve your strength and physical fitness.
Diminish the severity of therapy side effects.
Develop supportive relationships.
Improve your quality of life.
Guidance through the use of fitness equipment.
Take charge of your health through fitness.
Introduction to many different forms of fitness.
Be empowered and encouraged to continue managing your well-being through fitness going forward.

Eligibility for enrollment:
Has received a cancer diagnosis.

Next Session:
Sept. 15, 2026, ending Dec. 10, 2026.
Meeting 2 times a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 PM, at the Lake Otis YMCA.
We currently do not have a weekend or evening class available.
Participants need to commit to the full 12 weeks.
Due to the generosity of donors and grants, enrollment is FREE for members!
Participants will be given a complimentary 3-month membership to the YMCA of Alaska for full use!

Contact [email protected]

05/11/2026

Amazing humans!!! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Trent Waldron Run supports us by donating proceeds to our group to help cover the costs - because we believe that all cancer club members deserve support regardless of their financial situation and this is how we make that possible.

They need help for this year's race at the aid stations. If you want to help hand out water and gatorade to the runners and walkers and cheer them on as they go by then please let me know. It's super fun if you get into it especially for kids and bring some music to play or some cow bells to shake or some sidewalk chalk to write inspiring messages on the ground. It's a fun task for a group of people to do together - families, friends, girl scouts, people that need volunteer hours, etc. If you know anyone that might be interested and available please let me know. Saturday May, 23rd from 8:15am - 12:15pm

Email [email protected]

04/30/2026

Hot off the press - AYCC May Newsletter!!!

Welcome to May just around the corner. This last week I was in Washington DC for the National Breast Cancer Coalition summit and it was amazing. I got to meet Dr. Dennis Slamon who literally took the most deadly form of breast cancer (HER2+) and turned it into the most treatable form by fighting har...

04/18/2026

Free webinar:
It’s OK To Ask: Breast Cancer and Breaking Taboos
Date & Time
May 12, 2026 12:30 PM in Alaska
Description
Think back to a time in your doctor’s office when you really wanted to ask a question — but didn’t.

Maybe you built up the courage and then changed your mind because it felt insignificant or you didn’t want to feel judged or be a burden. There are a lot of valid reasons why people hold back on asking for what they need.

We want you to know: It’s OK to ask.

Join us for a supportive webinar where you’ll get clarity on issues people are often hesitant to bring up to their doctor. We’ll also talk about how to get the information you’re looking for at future doctor appointments.

This webinar is for anyone who is newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, navigating life after treatment, or living with metastatic breast cancer.

Topics include: Sexual health and intimacy, body image, mental health, relationships, understanding complementary therapies, managing long-term side effects, financial strain, getting a second opinion or switching to a new doctor.

The featured speakers are Jessica Kreitman, LCSW, OSW-C, Sameena Rahman, MD, FACOG, MSCP, IF, Eleonora Teplinsky, MD, and Marisa Weiss, MD.

When you sign up, let us know your questions for the experts and we’ll include as many as possible in the webinar. Everyone who registers will receive the event recording.

Thank you to Pfizer for making this program possible.

Think back to a time in your doctor’s office when you really wanted to ask a question — but didn’t. Maybe you built up the courage and then changed your mind because it felt insignificant or you didn’t want to feel judged or be a burden. There are a lot of valid reasons why people hold back ...