Over the years, Zeta Tau Alpha has adopted many different organizations to sponsor and aid in their various missions. In 1992, Zeta Tau Alpha adopted the Susan G. Komen foundation to be our national philanthropy. While we later expanded our service to include all aspects of Breast Cancer Education and Awareness, we still maintain a close relationship with the Komen foundation through our sponsorship of their Race For the Cure.
Quick Breast Cancer Facts:
1 in every 8 women will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in their lifetime. In 2008 alone, there will be an estimated 182, 460 cases diagnosed in the U.S. Most women who get Breast Cancer have no known risk factors. The Five Year Survival rate for Breast Cancer is 90%, it can be as high as 98% if the cancer is confined to the breast. Having a Family History of Breast Cancer makes you 2 to 3 times more likely to contract the disease.
