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Symbols of hope

Using the iconic pink ribbon to create symbols of hope

The pink ribbon is a symbol of hope in breast cancer. Using that pink ribbon, patient hopes were transformed into physical objects

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I want to live the best version of my life as possible and enjoy every moment with my partner. I’d like to make every evening feel like date night.

— Allegra, a real patient diagnosed with HR+, HER2−, high-risk EBC

My children motivate me—I have three girls. I want to spend my time doing things that matter to me like keeping up with family dinners and making all my daughters’ favorite dishes.

— Jamie, a real patient diagnosed with HR+, HER2−, high-risk EBC

My goal was to feel confident that my medication could reduce my risk of recurrence. I wanted to be able to share in adventures with my husband and two daughters.

— Tina, a real patient diagnosed with HR+, HER2−, high-risk EBC

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EBC=early breast cancer; HER2−=human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative; HR+=hormone receptor-positive.

A visual installation that shows the remarkable resilience of hope for patients with breast cancer: SABCS 2025

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Symbols of hope

Using the iconic pink ribbon to create symbols of hope

The pink ribbon is a symbol of hope in breast cancer. Using that pink ribbon, patient hopes were transformed into physical objects

See what patients hoped for