August 2025 BRA Banter - Cardiac Health After Chemo
BRA Groups
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST | Live on Zoom
Join us for an empowering and informative BRA Banter focused on a topic that doesn’t get enough attention: cardiac health after chemotherapy. This survivor-centered conversation will explore how cancer treatment can impact the heart—and what you can do to protect and support your heart health after chemo.
We’re honored to welcome two leading voices in oncology and cardiology:
- Dr. Nishtha Sareen, Cardiologist with Ascension Saint Thomas Heart
- Dr. Sara Nunnery, Director of Breast Cancer Research at Tennessee Oncology
Together, they’ll share insights, answer your questions, and offer real-world advice to help you advocate for your whole-body wellness after treatment.
This event is free, live, and open to all—survivors, thrivers, and supporters alike. This is a LIVE event happening from 12–1 PM CST on Wednesday, August 27. You’ll need to register in advance and attend on event day to join us.
Join us for the 5th Annual OctoBRAfest on September 25th!
Watch a special session where we spotlight two inspiring breast cancer survivors who transformed their personal journeys into impactful businesses. This session, titled "Celebrating Businesses in Our Community Built by Survivors," features Angela Pacheco and Erin Karb of Good, Better, Best, and Candy Hunley of Ribbons & Roads. Discover how their experiences with breast cancer led them to create ventures that support and empower others in the survivor community. Angela Pacheco & Erin Karb – Founders of Good, Better, Best Angela and Erin, both diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, turned their shared experience into a mission to simplify toxin-free living. Good, Better, Best offers curated products and personalized services to help families transition to healthier lifestyles. Their approach emphasizes progress over perfection, making sustainable choices accessible and manageable for everyone. In this session, Angela and Erin share their journey from diagnosis to entrepreneurship, discussing how their personal challenges inspired them to educate and assist others in making informed, health-conscious decisions. Check out Good, Better, Best Candy Hunley – Founder of Ribbons & Roads Candy's battle with stage 3B breast cancer at 36 ignited her passion to support other women facing similar challenges. Recognizing the need for accessible post-mastectomy care, she established Ribbons & Roads, a mobile service providing personalized fittings for bras, prosthetics, and recovery wear. Candy's commitment ensures that women receive compassionate care in the comfort of their homes or at her Columbia, TN office. During the session, Candy discusses the inception of Ribbons & Roads and her dedication to easing the recovery journey for breast cancer survivors through personalized, empathetic support. Learn About Ribbons & Roads
Candy Hunley, Founder & CEO of Ribbons & Roads, is a devoted wife and mother who turned her personal breast cancer journey into a mission of hope and empowerment. Diagnosed with stage 3B breast cancer at the age of 36, Candy navigated chemotherapy, radiation, and multiple surgeries while raising three young children. Her strength and compassion have become the driving force behind her work to support others on their healing journeys. In this video, Candy shares her journey of survival and how it inspired the creation of Ribbons & Roads, a mobile mastectomy service designed to meet women where they are, both physically and emotionally. Her story is a testament to resilience, compassion, and the power of turning challenges into opportunities to uplift others. About Ribbons & Roads After her recovery, Candy began working in a boutique specializing in post-mastectomy care and quickly realized a major obstacle: many patients struggled to access the support they needed during such a vulnerable time. With her family's encouragement, Candy founded Ribbons & Roads to provide compassionate, personalized care through a mobile service, ensuring that no woman feels isolated in her recovery journey. Why Candy’s Story Matters Candy’s experience highlights the importance of accessibility and personalized care in breast cancer recovery. Her dedication to making post-mastectomy care more compassionate and convenient reflects her unwavering commitment to empowering women during some of their most challenging moments. Tune in on June 12 to hear Candy’s inspiring story and learn how she’s transforming the post-mastectomy experience for women everywhere.