The Rose

Remember when?

The Rose has come so far over the past 38 years. Beginning with two women who’d seen far too many late-stage breast cancer diagnoses, we’ve grown to include two clinics and five mobile mammography coaches, proudly serving 43 counties in Southeast Texas. We hope you’ll enjoy a few throwback photos from then and now!

Mike Hazelrigs Completes Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge for The Rose

Mike Hazelrigs conquered the 10,000-mile Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge, finishing with just 5 minutes to spare! After battling hurricanes, wildfires and sleeping outdoors, he crossed the finish line in Alaska on August 17 and our team was sure to welcome him back to Houston, pom poms and all!

Mike rode in honor of his fiancée Kathy, who is fighting terminal breast cancer, to raise funds for The Rose. His goal was $10,000—he's now at more than $27,000! Let's help him reach $30,000!

Support Mike’s journey: www.therose.org/hokahey

Missed his podcast? Listen now: https://bit.ly/4fQLfe3

End of August already?

As we wrap up summer and the end of the year approaches, don’t forget to schedule your annual mammogram. A few minutes can grant you peace of mind and could save your life.

Did you know that 1 in 8 women and 1 in 833 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetimes? On World Breast Cancer Research Day, we recognize the life-changing research to end breast cancer once and for all, and to remind patients they’re supported all year long.

It’s so easy for women to put themselves last. Let’s celebrate National Wellness Month by doing a few small things to improve our health, like carving out time for self-care and getting more exercise daily. The more healthy choices we make, the better we’ll feel and the more resources we’ll have for the people we love.

Share some of your favorite wellness tips below and don’t forget to schedule your annual mammogram today.

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Meet Vanessa Jackson

Vanessa survived breast cancer and domestic violence, but her spirit remained unbroken. Tune in as she shares the hurdles she encountered and the support she received from The Rose and Angels Surviving Cancer, Inc.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/3WUvWcH

It’s National Breastfeeding Month! This year’s theme is “Nourish, Sustain, Thrive,” and it will highlight why protecting, promoting, and supporting lactation is so critical and can even reduce your chances of breast cancer.

Can you find SQUATCH? That's what people lovingly call Mike Hazelrigs! Follow along and donate as he takes on the 10,000 mile Hey Motorcycle Challenge crisscrossing the United States and Canada to raise funds for the uninsured women of The Rose. www.therose.org/hokahey

🎧🎙️Celebrate The Rose’s birthday by tuning in to this episode as our Co-Founders sit and talk about the history of Dr. Dixie and The Rose.
Dr. Dixie Melillo faced incredible challenges at 16 but became a pioneering surgeon and our co-founder, leading alongside her “genie” CEO Dorothy Gibbons.

🔗 therose.org/podcast

Did you know that The Rose has served 1,000,000 patients since 1986? Every August, we commemorate the day we officially started The Rose and when the uninsured in our community finally had a place to turn to for compassionate, quality breast care. Thanks to your tireless support for the past 38 years, we have been able to remove barriers to care for the patients who most need services. Thank you!

It’s our 38th birthday! Since 1986, we’ve worked tirelessly to ensure access to mammograms regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. Thank you for your support and unwavering commitment to The Rose.

Self-awareness is crucial in the fight against breast cancer.

Dr. Dixie Melillo, Co-Founder of The Rose, advises women to become familiar with their breasts' normal look and feel to detect any changes early.

Learn how to perform a monthly self-exam from one of our recommended resources here:
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-self-exam/

Your donation to The Rose transforms lives!

With your support, we provide vital breast health services like mammograms, ultrasounds, and biopsies to insured and uninsured patients.

Every contribution helps us offer compassionate care and early detection, ensuring no one faces breast cancer alone.

Together, let's empower more individuals to prioritize their health and well-being. Your generosity fuels our mission to save lives and promote wellness in our community.

Join us in making a difference—donate today at therose.org/gift and inspire hope for a brighter, healthier future!

At The Rose, we believe every woman deserves access to quality breast healthcare.

With your help we provided mammograms to over 38,000 patients last year, and we are eager to keep up the momentum.

Help us continue our work by donating or volunteering today.

Visit therose.org/resources/get-involved to learn how you can help.

"I had a large lump in my breast. With my dad in India and a pandemic raging, life was chaotic. The Rose stepped in and provided the care I needed." - Aeliya Jaffar, breast cancer survivor.
The Rose provides uninsured patients with life-saving breast health services, made possible by your support.

The Rose’s quality breast health care does not end at diagnosis. Our Patient Navigation program is available to those who need support during this overwhelming time.

Our Patient Navigators like Sally truly love their roles in this support system and are inspired by the hope they can offer patients throughout their relationship.

If you have been diagnosed, let us help connect you with others who can offer experience, hope, and strength.

📞 Reach out today by calling (281) 464-5153

I love getting my mammogram at The Rose because I can also help uninsured women get theirs.

At The Rose, for every 3 insured women who get their mammogram makes it possible for an uninsured woman to get hers as well. Join me in making breast health accessible to everyone. Schedule your mammogram today.

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We mourn the loss of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a true friend of The Rose. In 2012, she bravely shared details about her battle with breast cancer, and in that same year, she introduced legislation to provide research and education for triple-negative breast cancer.

Throughout the years, Congresswoman Lee championed women's access to quality care and presented several proclamations to The Rose.

Her dedication to public service and advocacy for breast health will always be remembered. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones during this time of grief.

Breast cancer affects everyone.

Making a mammogram appointment is crucial for early detection of breast cancer. It's a proactive step towards maintaining your health and ensuring peace of mind.

We make it easy for both new and returning patients to schedule an annual exam by booking online via our website.

Make today the day we get on your calendar: therose.org/appointment-request

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible donors!

Since our launch in 1986, The Rose has served nearly 800,000 patients and is now the leading nonprofit breast health care organization in southeast Texas.

Our donors have been a fundamental part of making it all happen. Your generosity fuels our mission and transforms lives. We couldn't do it without you.

Meet Marisol. Her journey with breast cancer started at just 24 years old and we’re grateful that she found The Rose for a chance to receive life-saving care. Learn how a single piece of paper changed her life and how your support can help us continue bringing hope to others.
Check out her full story in Season 1 of our podcast: https://bit.ly/3WabUcH

If you have an upcoming mammogram scheduled, we encourage you, among the chaos of the last few days, to keep it.

Your upcoming mammogram appointment is a proactive win towards maintaining your health.

Our compassionate team at The Rose is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your comfort and well-being.

Mammograms are a vital tool in early detection, giving you peace of mind and empowering you to take control of your health.

Your health is our priority.

For more information on preparing for your appointment, visit:
https://therose.org/resources/patients/preparing-for-your-visit/

Did you know your yearly mammogram stretches further at the Rose? Every insured patient’s mammogram contributes to The Rose’s mission of making breast health available to all.
Be a part of the impact and schedule your mammogram today!