How We Do It
Cancer is nothing to smile about. Surviving cancer is something to rejoice about! BEAT STAGE 3, Inc. is a non-traditional, non-profit 501c3 organization that combines a renewed 'joy of living back into the lives of cancer Fighters and Survivors. We also share health literacy, promote advocacy for more cancer screening centers in underserved neighborhoods and relevant dialogue between communities of color and healthcare professionals. Traditional cancer treatments can devastate not only the minds and bodies of patients but their spirits and self-esteem as well. BEAT STAGE 3 fights the ravages of these treatments in a very different and much more organic way-from the 'Outside In'. We have found that there is a lack of 'getting back to the beautiful basics' when it comes to image related issues (caused by traditional cancer treatments) such as skin/hair care and even wardrobe choices once the individual is 'PC'-Post Cancer'. Of course many people find their way back into society working and living with their triumph over the big C. We at BEAT STAGE 3 decided what better way to assist those survivors with so many choices ahead of them than to zero in on the first thing they see-Themselves. We are self-esteem reinforcements and advocates of health clarity who encourage, support and create avenues for communities to have one on ones with their local healthcare professionals so they may gain more knowledge and the truth about cancer, cancer screening and its early benefits. These all lead to more self confidence in the mind and body. BEAT STAGE 3 wants these Fighters and Survivors to 'get back to themselves'. They deserve it! Our outreach continually hosts and participates in community, university and public open house discussions with top medical team and scientists about when to test for cancer, the importance of supporting cancer research, creating testing centers within African American communities, the devastation of cancer treatments and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating habits even during the course of treatments.