by Fred Willis | Feb 16, 2018 | Health & Beauty, Sports
This weekend at the NBA All-Star game, fans will see a special announcement from the United Breast Cancer Foundation. The disease affects both men and women. Though the cancer is randomly indiscriminate, UCBF wants everyone to help ‘block out’ breast cancer!
The United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) is proud to have their print Public Service Announcement (PSA) message, “BLOCK OUT Breast Cancer”, featured in the Official 2018 NBA All-Star Game Program. The 2018 NBA All-Star Game Weekend, held in L.A. at the Staples Center, starts this Friday, February 16 with the Star Studded All-Star Celebrity Game, and concludes on Sunday, February 18 with the 67th NBA All-Star Game at 8 pm EST. Coverage begins at 7 pm on TNT.
UBCF’s print PSA features captivating imagery of UBCF’s female basketball player, “Together, we can BLOCK OUT Breast Cancer” which includes educational facts and statistics about female and male breast cancer. UBCF’s GOAL is to support Every Woman® and to raise awareness of male breast cancer. In 2018, an estimated 2,470 men will be diagnosed, and 460 men will die from breast cancer. UBCF encourages women and men to be self-aware. Learn the male self-breast exam – download here.
As in years past, fans select the All-Star players. This year, the NBA debuted a new All-Star Team selection by Team Captains MVP’s LeBron James and Steph Curry drafting their All-Star teams. LeBron James set the tone with the first pick, Steph Curry the second, and so on until the rosters were set. The All-Star Team roster includes: LeBron James, #23, Cleveland Cavaliers, Steph Curry, #30, Golden State Warriors, Kevin Durant, “KD”, #35, Golden State Warriors, Giannis Antetokounmpo, #34, Milwaukee Bucks and James Harden, #13, Houston Rockets.
UBCF is further increasing its mission’s reach with the print PSA “We Support EVERY WOMAN®”, placed on page 33 of the USA Today 50th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Black History Month Special Edition. LeBron “King” James is featured on the cover of the USA TODAY Special Edition and is featured in the article, ” ‘King James’ Inspired by the Real King”. LeBron is quoted as saying this about Martin Luther King Jr., “He was raising awareness because he believed in order for people to grow, we all need to come together no matter the skin color, no matter who you are or where you’re from.” UBCF is working to do the very same thing for women and men affected by breast cancer – Together, we can BLOCK OUT Breast Cancer!
“Participating in this years NBA All-Star Official Game Program is a wonderful opportunity for UBCF,” shared Executive Director Ms. Stephanie Mastroianni. “It’s our goal to increase breast cancer awareness and this platform certainly assists with achieving that goal. All seven UBCF programs are available to women and men regardless of age, race, gender, ethnicity or medical insurance coverage. If you’re in need of breast health services, please reach out to UBCF – we’re here for YOU!”
Background on UBCF
UBCF is committed to offering breast health and wellness services focused on cancer prevention, screening, treatment and overall wellness. UBCF’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer and carries it out through seven life-supporting patient and family programs available to women, men and families nation-wide. UBCF never denies services to anyone regardless of age, race, gender, ethnicity, income or medical insurance coverage. If you are in need of breast health services, please visit ubcf.org or call toll-free, 877-822-4287. Tax-deductible contributions may be made towards UBCF’s programs. UBCF accepts vehicle and property donations as well. Contributions may be mailed to UBCF, P.O. Box 2421, Huntington, NY 11743, or donate through the Combined Federal Campaign, #77934.
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United Breast Cancer Foundation
by Fred Willis | Feb 15, 2018 | Sports
Get ready for the highly anticipated launch of House Call with Dr. J. on reVolver Podcasts. Hosted by the NBA legend himself, House Call with Dr. J. will feature interviews and discussions with star athletes, celebrities and people of interest who have dared to be great. Guests will share impactful life moments and experiences that helped shape them, ultimately leading to their incredible achievements. Erving will record the first episode during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles at ONE COURT.
“I’m excited to launch this podcast in partnership with reVolver,” said Erving. “One of my biggest passions is educating, mentoring and inspiring people to achieve greatness. I look forward to sharing the incredible stories and remarkable achievements of my guests, and hope that they will empower my listeners.”
“Dr. J was one of the first athlete superstars. He captivated audiences with his ability, strength and grace both on and off the court,” said Jack Hobbs, president of reVolver Podcasts. “I’m thrilled to have Mr. Erving in our line-up and know he’s going to wow our listeners and leave them on the edge of their seats, wanting more.”
House Call with Dr. J launches on Monday, Feb. 19 and will cover everything from youth and education to entertainment and business, as well as life in and outside of basketball.
Julius Erving, the great and wondrous “Dr. J,” was the dominant player of his era, an innovator who changed the way the game was played. Credited with taking the slam dunk mainstream, the high-flyer won three championships, four MVP awards in the ABA and NBA, three scoring titles with the ABA and NBA, was a 16-time All Star and retired as the third highest scorer in pro basketball history with 30,026 career points. Erving was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993 and named to the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. Sports Illustrated called him one of the 40 most important athletes of all-time.
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About Julius Erving
Julius Erving, the great and wondrous “Dr. J,” was the dominant player of his era, an innovator who changed the way the game was played. Widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of his time, he is often considered to have been the main catalyst for the ABA-NBA merger in 1976 and is credited with taking the slam dunk mainstream. Over the course of his career, Erving won three championships, four MVP awards in the ABA and NBA, three scoring titles with the ABA and NBA, was a 16-time All Star and retired as the third highest scorer in pro basketball history with 30,026 career points. He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993 and named to the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team.
A gracious, dignified and disciplined man, Erving was an ideal ambassador for the game. His actions off the court have proven to be as inspiring as his athletic achievements. Since Erving’s retirement from the NBA, he has made it his personal mission to affect change, make a difference in the lives of others, and give back to the athletic and African American communities. In recent years, he has supported numerous causes and organizations including the American Cancer Society, The Salvation Army, March of Dimes, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Alliance for Lupus Research, The Boys and Girls Club, The University of Massachusetts, Widener University, and Philadelphia University.
The United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) is proud to have their print Public Service Announcement (PSA) message, “BLOCK OUT Breast Cancer”, featured in the Official 2018 NBA All-Star Game Program. The 2018 NBA All-Star Game Weekend, held in L.A. at the Staples Center, starts this Friday, February 16 with the Star Studded All-Star Celebrity Game, and concludes on Sunday, February 18 with the 67th NBA All-Star Game at 8 pm EST. Coverage begins at 7 pm on TNT.
