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PORTLAND, OR, September 14, 2008
- More than 40,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, but unlike
the old days when a cancer patient relied solely on information from a doctor
and support from their family, today there is an active on-line network of
experienced women who have survived cancer and are dedicated to helping other
women who are experiencing the same life-changing challenge. Haralee Weintraub
is perhaps one of the most active and innovative women in the community, and she
has recently been recognized for her valuable contributions to women with cancer
and women who are going through menopause.
Since her own battle with breast cancer, Haralee has launched the only USA
company that caters to women with hot flashes and night sweats using the unique
wick-away fabric that designers traditionally reserved for use in athletic
clothing; Haralee.com. The company is popular, and women appreciate the
fashion-and-function aspects, but they want more: they want to talk about it.
"The women who purchase my clothing are all going through intense physical (and
sometimes mental) changes. They come from all backgrounds and provide
insightful, refreshing perspectives," says Haralee, who recently started a blog
to share some of the advice and the funny stories that the women share. "I love
your blog!" wrote in Taylor Mallory, Editor of Pink Magazine. At Mallory's
request, Weintraub is now a contributing writer for Pink.
Haralee also accepted an offer joining the Clara Jean Foundation Board of
Directors as a representative of women with breast cancer. The Board meets once
per month to discuss new ways to offer women their support and financial aide.
"Haralee's expertise in the field has been incredibly valuable," states Melissa
Brue, the Clara Jean Board Chair who first discovered Haralee on-line. "She is a
great help facilitating and supporting our vision to reach as many women as
possible. She also helps us fine-tune our message and strategize on the best
ways to direct our funds," continues Brue.
In her spare time, Haralee continues to volunteer off-line as well: this summer
she entertained questions on the Donny Deutche TV show and answered questions
for a documentary film maker who is working on a piece on menopause. She also
works as a trained speaker for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. "This makes me
privy to breast cancer data and information about what is happening with
research and what the government involvement is doing. When women ask questions,
I like to be able to give concrete answers," Weintraub explains.
For more information, or to contact Haralee Weintraub, visit Haralee.com or read
her blog at Haraleeblog.com
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