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The Monthly News | |  | | Mental Health Matters: For All of Us | May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to pause and reflect on how we care for our emotional well-being—something that affects all of us, no matter our background or health status.
At Bag It, we work every day to support those impacted by cancer, and we see firsthand how critical mental health is throughout the journey. But the truth is, everyone faces stress, uncertainty, and emotional challenges at different points in life—whether you're navigating a diagnosis, caring for a loved one, or simply managing the pressures of daily life.
Mental health is health. It deserves our attention, our compassion, and our time.
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or crisis, help is
available. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis
Lifeline—free, confidential support 24/7/365.
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Have you received a Bag It Bag and found it helpful?
One of the most powerful ways we grow is through your voice. If you think your doctor, nurse, navigator or clinic could benefit from offering Bag It to their patients, we’d love an introduction! A quick email from you connecting us to your provider goes a long way—they’re much more likely to take notice when it comes from someone they’ve supported.
If you're willing to make an intro, just reply to this email or contact our Outreach Team at hcpoutreach@bagitcancer.org. Here is a sample message you could use or adapt:
"Hi Dr. Smith, I wanted to introduce you to Bag It. I received their materials during my (or my loved one’s) cancer journey, and they were incredibly helpful. I’m copying the Bag It team so you can connect if you're interested in learning more for your patients."
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Bag It! Reviews can help tremendously in this day and age and let other people know about the valuable Bag It Bag. You don't need to write a long review, just something that tells people why you love Bag It and how it helps. Click here to tell everyone why you love Bag It! | | | | Partner Spotlight | | 
Bag It is proud to expand its partnership with ZERO Prostate Cancer to offer a new resource specifically for those impacted by advanced prostate cancer. This is in addition to the revised bags for early-stage prostate cancer. These Prostate Cancer Bag It Bags provide vital information to help patients, and their families navigate diagnosis, treatment, and beyond. As the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization, ZERO brings trusted expertise and unwavering support to this collaboration, ensuring the content meets the unique needs of this community.
Looking for more in-depth information about prostate cancer? ZERO will be hosting its Virtual Education & Support Summit from June 3–5, 2025. This free, online event offers expert-led sessions on treatment, research, survivorship, connection, and more for those affected by prostate cancer. Click here to learn more about ZERO and register for the Summit.
If you or someone you know was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, order a FREE Prostate Cancer Bag It Bag today with code BINEWS25, loaded with valuable information to help guide and support through this challenging time. | 
 | | | | Mark Your Calendar | Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 7am-3:30pm (PT)
Triage Cancer® offers a series of FREE educational conferences on cancer-related topics including navigating finances, health and disability insurance, employment rights, advocacy, and more. Conferences are designed for individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, advocates, and oncology health care professionals. This event covers key information needed to help navigate practical issues, minimize the financial burden of a cancer diagnosis, and reduce stress. Register here for a day of FREE education, games, prizes, and more!
ASCO (Chicago)
Thursday, May 29-June 2nd, 2025
Headed to ASCO? Bag It's Executive Director, Mindy, will be attending and would love to connect. Email mindy@bagitcancer.org to schedule a time to meet.
National Cancer Survivors Day (Tucson, AZ)
Sunday, June 1st, 2025, 8am-11am
Join the Tucson Cancer Conquerors for an educational and inspirational morning as we celebrate cancer survivors at our free annual breakfast event! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while connecting with fellow survivors. Learn, find support, and celebrate life together. Let's honor the strength and resilience of those who have been impacted by cancer. Click here to register, spaces are limited.
June 3-5th, 2025
We will bring you the latest in prostate cancer diagnostics, treatment, research, side effect management, sexual health, wellness, and survivorship. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, well into your survivorship journey, or supporting a loved one, this 3-day event will equip you with practical knowledge and hope, all from the comfort of your home. Register here!
PAO ACTION WEEK 2025 (Virtual)
June 9-13th, 2025
PAO Action Week recognizes the contributions of patient-focused entities that provide support for patients and their caregivers, advocate for patient needs, support research, lobby for patient access, and increase community awareness and understanding. PAO week encourages you to actively engage with a patient advocacy center that is meaningful to you. #PAOActionweek
AOSW Conference (Atlanta, GA)
June 11-13th, 2025
Bag It will be exhibiting and attending AOSW. If you would like to schedule a meeting while in Atlanta, reach out to Brandi at brandi@bagitcancer.org.
AzCHOW Conference (Phoenix, AZ)
June 26-27th, 2025
Join the Arizona Community Health Workers Association as we celebrate Roots: The beginning of the CHW/CHRWorkforce Movement. This year, we aim to celebrate Community Health Workers (CHWs) and their unwavering commitment to improving lives and addressing specific challenges and gaps within the communities they serve. Register here!Our website shows all the upcoming Bag It hosted events and events where we will be exhibiting.
| | Bag It Educates, Supports, and Empowers those impacted by cancer. We help patients, caregivers, and cancer advocates to Fight the Fear of Cancer through our two key programs: the Bag It bag and Escape to THRIVE. The bag helps anyone with any type of cancer to cope with their diagnosis and become active members of their treatment team. Escape to THRIVE is a national leadership conference to support cancer advocates.
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