WASHINGTON — There are 14.5 million cancer survivors in a U.S., a number that is expected to grow to 19 million over the next decade. And the most common type of cancer among female survivors is breast cancer, .
To celebrate, support and raise awareness for survivors of breast cancer, a group of women in the news industry, including ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½’s , are banning together for the annual .
This year’s Bash will take place Wednesday, June 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Powerhouse in Georgetown. General admission tickets to the event are $75; tickets for survivors are $50. Expect plenty of pink cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
The ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½Babes Bash will benefit Survivors Offering Support, and Dr. Jill Biden will be a special guest for the evening.
Founded in 2008 by Washington-area anchorwomen, is a breast cancer charity that helps raise awareness and funds for breast cancer causes. For more information and tickets, .
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