Rose Kushner a Maryland journalist and mother — was consistently certain her next article would be her breakthrough piece. She never dreamed it would be breast cancer that made her and her work known to the world. Author of seven books on the topic of breast cancer, Kushner’s work affected changes in laws and medical practices to benefit women the disease. This story and two others that changed women’s health are shared brilliantly by Judith L. Pearson in Radical Sisters. The stories highlight the dawn of the breast cancer movement through real accounts and history, creating a meaningful book, rich with factual information. (Excerpted from the Mayo Clinic Press). Read the full book excerpt.
