Portland-Vancouver, OR-WA (1888PressRelease) June 30, 2008 - More than 40,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, but unlike the old days when a cancer patient relied solely on information from a doctor and support from their family, today there is an active on-line network of experienced women who have survived cancer and are dedicated to helping other women who are experiencing the same life-changing challenge. Haralee Weintraub is perhaps one of the most active and innovative women in the community, and she has recently been recognized for her valuable contributions to women with cancer and women who are going through menopause. Since her own battle with breast cancer, Haralee has launched the only company that caters to women with hot flashes and night sweats using the unique wick-away fabric that designers traditionally reserved for use in athletic clothing. The company is popular, and women appreciate the fashion-and-function aspects, but they want more: they want to talk about it. “The women who purchase my clothing are all going through intense physical (and sometimes mental) changes. They come from all backgrounds and provide insightful, refreshing perspectives," says Haralee, who recently started a blog to share some up-to-date information, advice and funny stories. “I love your your blog!" wrote in Taylor Mallory, Editor of Pink Magazine. At Mallory's request, Weintraub is now a contributing writer for Pink. Haralee also accepted an offer to join the Clara Jean Foundation's Board of of Directors as a representative of women with breast cancer. The Board meets monthly to discuss new ways to offer women their support and to examine organizations to which they provide financial aide. “Haralee’s expertise in the field has been incredibly valuable,” states Melissa Brue, the Clara Jean Board Chair who first discovered Haralee on-line. “She is a great help in facilitating and supporting our vision to reach as many women as possible. She also helps us fine-tune our message and strategize on the best ways to direct our funds," continues Brue. In her spare time, Haralee continues to volunteer off-line as well: last week she participated in an interview on the Donny Deutsch radio show and answered questions for a documentary film maker who is working on a piece about menopause. She also works as a trained speaker for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. "This makes me privy to breast cancer data and information about what is happening with research and what the government is doing. When women ask questions, I like being able to give them concrete answers," Weintraub explains. For more information, or to contact Haralee Weintraub, visit Haralee.com or read her blog at Haraleeblog.com