by Sara Gates | Aug 12, 2013
Every year, our glamorous Pink Diamond Gala is the Maurer Foundation’s biggest fundraiser—and the 2013 event is quickly approaching! On October 17th, attendees will gather at The Carltun in Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY, for an evening of dining, live music,...
by Sara Gates | Jul 30, 2013
Breast cancer and genetics has been in the news a lot lately. In mid-April, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether the company that developed the so-called “breast cancer genetic test” should be able to patent the genes associated with breast cancer,...
by Sara Gates | Jul 21, 2013
We know for certain that specific lifestyle choices, like whether you smoke and how much alcohol you drink, can increase your chance of breast cancer. Obesity is another known risk factor, but researchers are still uncertain about exactly how the amount of fat in our...
by Sara Gates | Jun 10, 2013
Research into the heredity of breast cancer is ongoing, and we’re still uncovering the dynamics of the relationship between our genes and our chances of developing breast cancer. We do know quite a bit, however, about two specific genes that significantly...
by Sara Gates | Jun 7, 2013
On July 24th, the Mind Body Spirit Expo will bring an inspiring combination of speakers, demonstrations, and workshops to Carlyle on the Green in Farmingdale for a one-day celebration of health and wellness—and the expo’s organizers have named the Maurer...
