About

Young Survival Coalition (YSC) was founded in 1998 by three young women who were under the age of 35 when diagnosed. They were discouraged by the lack of resources available and the under-representation of young women in breast cancer research. Today, YSC is the go-to organization for young women facing a breast cancer diagnosis.

YSC helps young women stand strong against the many unique challenges our population faces. Among other services, YSC:
- Provides information, resources and support from diagnosis through long-term survivorship;
- Educates and empowers young women to be their own best health advocate;
- Works with healthcare providers, researchers and legislators to educate them about the unique issues young women face;
- Advocates for more studies on breast cancer in young women and access to quality care.

Through it all, YSC helps women find meaning, comfort and hope during one of the most challenging experiences of their lives.