Welcome to the Caroline's Crusaders Against IBC page! 100% of funds raised through this page will support inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. You can chose "Donate To" (to make a gift) or "Join Our Event" (to both make a gift & register as a participant of the virtual 5K Run/Walk to Conquer IBC we'll be hosting on July 4). All gifts are 100% tax deductible. Information regarding the 5K run/walk will be shared with each individual that clicks "Join Our Event".
My friend Caroline was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) in December. IBC is a rare form of breast cancer, comprising about 1-5% of cases. As is common with IBC, the cancer cells originating in the breast tissue had spread to the skin and nearby lymph nodes by the time of Caroline’s diagnosis. The cancer had also metastasized to a small area in her pelvic bone.
I grew up with the McGuirk family and I honestly can’t express how truly and genuinely kind and wonderful this family is. Caroline is so beautiful inside and out, and one of the most courageous, positive, incredible women I know. Her family is so grateful for the care Caroline has received thus far and aim to raise as many funds as possible for IBC research. Caroline has been a rock star these past few months of treatment, and we are excited to raise support and awareness for IBC in her honor. A 5K seemed most appropriate, as Caroline is an avid runner and ran the 2014 Boston Marathon for Team Dana-Farber!
To learn more about IBC, click here: https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/breast-cancer-inflammatory
Thank you for your support! Together we can conquer IBC!!
