Why Will You Walk this October?

By: Leslie Ferris Yerger

Published on: 01/09/2023

My Density Matters, a nonprofit organization, addresses the rising challenge of breast cancer, now the most prevalent cancer among women globally. Advocating for awareness and action, they empower women to comprehend their breast density and take charge of their cancer screening. Dense breast tissue complicates early cancer detection on mammograms, potentially leading to missed diagnoses. Join their cause this October by participating in walks—both physical and virtual—to support progress, raise funds, and honor those impacted by breast cancer. By uniting efforts, this initiative strives to increase awareness, provide crucial information, and advocate for additional screenings for individuals with dense breasts. Your involvement can help advance the essential mission of early breast cancer detection and improve survival rates worldwide.

2023 Fall IssueInspiration Stories

Empowering Change: Unveiling the Metaphoric Journey of Bliss and 988

By: William Natale

Published on: 01/09/2023

Embracing the spirit of September’s transition, an empowering initiative unfolds amid harrowing statistics of suicide rates in the United States. Bill Natale and Mic Fabus' narrative in "Bliss" illuminates a transformative journey from a crisis hotline to the inception of 988, a beacon of hope during National Suicide Prevention Month. Against the backdrop of alarming suicide numbers, their story highlights the power of a wrong number leading to life-changing connections. National Suicide Prevention Week underscores the importance of mental health awareness, amplifying the impact of 988, which within months amassed 1.7 million calls. This lifeline, born from collaborative efforts, symbolizes a pivotal step in addressing mental health crises. As advocates for #988, Natale and Fabus honor lost loved ones, aiming to elevate 988 as vital as #911, fostering hope for countless souls.

2023 Fall IssueInspiration Stories