As we help fund the search for prevention and a cure, we are also committed to supporting outreach, screening and treatment. The comprehensive funding strategy that we have put in place addresses many breast health concerns, with a particular focus on women who face barriers due to lack of economic means or insurance. Funding Access to Care and Finding a Cure Launched in 1993, the mission of the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade is to fund medical research into the possible prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of breast cancer, and to provide women, particularly those who are medically underserved, with access to breast cancer education, early detection screening services, clinical care, financial assistance and support services. Funds are generated by the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade through two initiatives. The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade in the U.S. is the largest program of the Avon Worldwide Fund for Women's Health, launched in 1992 to support programs for breast cancer and other vital women's health issues.
All women are at risk for breast cancer.
According to the National Cancer Institute, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes, and every 14 minutes one dies of the disease. In the U.S., breast cancer is the leading cause of death for women aged 40-55 and is the most common form of cancer in women. While researchers work to find a cure, early detection offers the best chance for successful treatment. For 115 years, Avon has provided women with economic opportunity and financial independence. The company currently markets in 139 countries through 3.4 million independent sales representatives.