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SPRING 2017
Extending our Educational Reach Through High School Peer-to-Peer & Nursing Programs In early 2017, The Maurer Foundation had the amazing opportunity to work with the Nursing Program of Molloy College and the Medical Academy at East Islip High School. Through these two unique programs, our educators were able to exponentially magnify their outreach efforts by educating those who were in the position to reach out to others about breast health. The Maurer Foundation’s peer-to-peer education program was hosted by East Islip High School’s Medical Academy program, a rigorous academic track established for students who plan on pursuing a career in the medical field. Over the span of six days, these 25 students learned about breast anatomy and development, breast cancer and its associated risks, methods of early detection, healthy lifestyle choices, and how to present a breast health program. In turn, the students were charged with developing their own PowerPoint program, which they utilized to educate approximately 250 tenth grade students during their health classes. In February, Molloy College hosted a modified daylong version of our Training and Certification program and we had the opportunity to present an intense reivew of breast health information to 12 Registered
Nurses in the Molloy degree program. Although many of these nurses have been working in the medical field for more than 10 years, they expressed surprise about how much they learned. Now and in the forseeable future, these nurses will be able to interact with countless patients from all walks of life and teach them how to lower their risks for developing breast cancer through healthy lifestyle choices. In addition, these nurses plan to reach even more
people by hosting a campus health fair to teach fellow students and faculty how to take charge of their breast health. We are so thankful to collaborate with organizations like Molloy College and East Islip High School. Through these vital community partnerships, our resources, knowledge, and educational efforts are magnified and The Maurer Foundation is able to make an even larger impact on the breast health of our Long Island communities.
Maurer Foundation Program Manager Eileen Pillitteri presents breast health information to Registered Nurses as part of a degree program at Molloy College. This day-long training included information on breast cancer staging, diagnosis, self-exams, early detection and risk factors. To learn about our East Islip High School peer education program, visit us at http://bit.ly/2r9cNpH To learn about our partnership with the Molloy College nursing program, visit us at http://bit.ly/1NT3YQp
Latest News In Breast Health NIGHT WORK & BREAST CANCER A new review that compiled data from over 1.4 million women challenges the 2007 World Health Organization (WHO) assertion that breast cancer risks increase for those working nights and other irregular schedules. To learn more, visit us online at http://bit.ly/mfnight
DAIRY & BREAST CANCER Mainstream health news about dairy is conflicting. Between scary data about recombinant bovine growth hormones (rBGH), estrogen, fat and antibiotics on one end and on the other end the health benefits of vitamin D, calcium, minerals, and protein, it’s hard to know if dairy is considered healthy these days. And how does dairy intake effect our risk of breast cancer? To learn more, visit us online at http://bit.ly/mfdairy
Why I Am Walking in the LI2Day Walk on June 10th by Debbie Goldman, The Maurer Foundation, Development Manager I am walking in honor of my mom who was diagnosed over a quarter of a century ago. I still remember my dad driving her every day for weeks from their home in Nassau County to Manhattan for her radiation treatment. The thought of her not having been here to watch her 5 grandchildren grow up is unfathomable. We are fortunate. I am walking for the 4 women in my hometown, women in their 40’s and 50’s, moms of my children’s friends, who ultimately lost their hardfought battle, leaving behind husbands and young children. I am walking for my two sorority sisters and a professional colleague and friend who are fighting the fight today. I am walking for all of the women I do not have a personal connection to that are fighting this dreadful disease. Most of all, I am walking for my two daughters who I hope and pray will never be faced with this horrible diagnosis and will see a cure in their lifetime. I am walking so one day I don’t have to. To join the LI2Day Walk as a walker or virtual walker or support our team, visit us online at http://bit.ly/li2daymf
WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO PINK AID, FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW, SUPPORTING OUR PROGRAMS WITH THEIR GENEROUS GRANT
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“Although practicing nurses receive some training on self-breast exam, this in-depth comprehensive workshop greatly added to the students’ repertoire of health promoting skills.” — Monica Diamond-Caravella, MSN, RN, PMC, AE-C, Dept. of Nursing, Farmingdale State College
Bowlers “Strike” It Big At the 2017 Pink Bowl Nineteen teams of enthusiastic bowlers braved the wintry mix of snow and sleet and heated up the lanes with their competitive spirit at The Maurer Foundation’s 8th Annual Pink Bowl on Sunday, February 12th. The bowling fundraiser held at Bowlmor Lanes in Melville, was once again sponsored by Sperry Federal Credit Union and raised over $10,000 for breast health education programs on Long Island. A huge thank you to all those who participated! Congratulations to the winning bank team, Branch Out, from Sperry FCU and to Charles Schwab, the winning non-bank team. Also congratulations are in order for Scott Alers from Charles Schwab, who received the award for Best Male Bowler, and Minnie Nevins, Best Female Bowler. To view our complete photo album, visit us online at http://bit.ly/mfpinkbowl
Over $250,000 Raised To Support Breast Health Education at the 22nd Annual Golf Classic BIG THANKS TO EVENT SPONSOR KALED MANAGEMENT & THE KALIKOW GROUP
Thank you to everyone who came out to show their support for The Maurer Foundation at our 22nd Annual Golf Classic, which took place Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at the Meadow Brook Club in Jericho. After two close calls, golfer Olga Lucia won our Hole-in-One Contest at the 16th hole, scoring a single item from Flemington Furs with a market value of up to $10,000. We are incredibly thankful to our Event Sponsor Kaled Management and The Kalikow Group; Cocktail Sponsors Chief Media and The Benjamin Companies; and to our many Pink Diamond Sponsors: AVZ Certified Public Accountants; Bargold Storage; Structural Steel and Bridge Painters of GNY, Local 806; Champion Elevator; Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty; Efficient Combustion; Farrell Fritz; Hallen Construction; Hercules Corp.; ITC Services, Inc.; Lawless & Mangione, Architects and Engineers, LLP; Lazer, Aptheker, Rosella & Yedid, PC; Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP; Long Island Plastic Surgical Group; Meadow Partners; Jeffrey Filone & Pam Praetorius—Morgan Stanley; Picciano Scahill, PC; Signature Bank; Thomas J. Killeen, PC. To view our complete photo album, visit us online at www.maurerfoundation.org/golf
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Upcoming Maurer Foundation Events JUNE 10: LI2DAY WALK Join our team at Long Island’s annual breast cancer walk. To learn more, visit us at http://bit.ly/li2daymf
AUGUST: MOTORCYCLE RIDE Revving up in Oceanside, NY and heading out to the East End of Long Island. Incl. light breakfast. To learn more, visit us at http://bit.ly/motomf
FOUNDER Virginia E. Maurer, MD
BOARD CHAIR Andrew F. Corrado
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Susan Samaroo
TREASURER Kathy Weiss, PhD
OCTOBER 4: PINK DIAMOND GALA An evening of fine dining, dancing, live music, raffle prizes and more. Honoring John King, J. Kings Food Service Professionals, Inc. To learn more, visit us at http://bit.ly/ mfpinkdiamond
DIRECTORS Gary Barello Maureen Dougherty, Esq. Barry K. Douglas, MD, FACS Barbara Gervase, Esq. Susan Iadarola
Thomas Killeen, Esq. Pamela Praetorius Jon N. Santemma, Esq. Amanda Sexton, CPA Hon. Joy Watson
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