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Oct 18, 2022

The Power of Knowledge: Yodeah Educates the Jewish Community About Hereditary Breast Cancer Risks

Everyone knows October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but few know that 1 in 40 Ashkenazi Jews — both men and women — carries a BRCA mutation that can significantly increase their risk of cancer. Yodeah, a Federation-supported nonprofit, educates the Jewish community about hereditary cancer genetic mutations and provides access to affordable, clinical-grade testing. The volunteer-led organization is hosting The Power of Knowledge: How Knowing About Your Genetics Can Save Your Life and the Lives of Those You Love on Tuesday, October 25 at 7 p.m. Dr. Elizabeth Etkin-Kramer, Yodeah founder and gynecologist, will facilitate the virtual conversation with Dr. Elisa Krill-Jackson, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer; Dr. Matthew Schlumbrecht, gynecological oncologist; and Morgan Weinblatt, who will share her courageous story of the proactive steps she chose to mitigate her risk of developing cancer once learning she was BRCA positive. Click here to register for the free event.

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Jewish Miami Offers Kever Avot

Offered at a variety of cemeteries and virtually on Zoom, participants will join together in memory and prayer and light a yahrzeit candle for those who brought light into this world. Following the short program, you can visit the graves of loved ones with relevant materials provided.

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Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

Limited Number of High Holidays Services Seats Available

The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami are once again partnering with local synagogues to make High Holiday services accessible to all.

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All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

All Are Welcome to Worship in Jewish Miami

As we approach the High Holidays, it’s important to remember that all people — those with disabilities and those without — want to participate in community prayer. That is why Federation’s Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance (MJAA) is sharing valuable resources to elevate worship and celebrate Judaism.

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Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Women’s Philanthropy Installs New Board

Hundreds of people from across Jewish Miami gathered recently at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens to thank the outgoing Federation Women’s Philanthropy Board of Directors for their outstanding service and to install new leadership for the coming year.

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