66 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com SOS is often discovered by breast cancer patients through word of mouth, and they also work closely with the staff at Roper Hospital, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center and more local providers. There are now two chapters of Share Our Suzy, including SOS Lowcountry and SOS Columbia. Throughout the year SOS is the beneficiary of many charitable events, and their contributions go straight to breast cancer patients in need of financial help. Funds raised by events like the Carolina Ladies Billfish Classic, South Carolina Stingrays’ Pink in the Rink game and several golf tournaments have allowed the group to donate over $1 million. Local businesses like Pure Barre, The Works and Home Team BBQ have held events and sold items to help contribute as well. SOS will be holding a Supper for Suzy event in September. October is very popular for SOS, as restaurants around town like SOL Southwest Kitchen and Bon Banh Mi have specials benefitting the nonprofit. Last year, Godfrey said, Charleston Sports Pub raised more than $10,000 just by selling t-shirts. October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month shines brightly due to it being the most common type of cancer for women – except for skin cancers – but there are other cancer awareness months throughout the year that are also making a difference. Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month, each September, raises awareness of symptoms, risk factors, prevention and early detection of cervical and other gynecological cancers. While SOS provides support specifically for women with breast cancer, there are many organizations available that support the similar needs of people with other types of cancer. If you or a loved one are in cancer treatment of any kind and need support, contact your hospital team to find organizations that can help specific to cancer diagnoses and needs. health and wellness Stingrays Pink in the Rink Support. $100 off In-office whitening special ENDS 09/01/2024 WatersEdgeSC.com | 843.884.6166 1203 Two Island Court, #101 Mount Pleasant SC 29466 Get a GLOing summer smile whitening without sensitivity Is your SMILE ready for SUMMER? Call today to schedule an appointment to get your GLO on
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