Breastcancer.org Podcast

Breast Cancer, a CEO, and a New Nonhormonal Birth Control


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Saundra Pelletier is the CEO and founder of Evofem Biosciences. Saundra was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer while her company was conducting phase III clinical trials on Phexxi, a nonhormonal contraceptive gel for women. She describes herself as a mother, daughter, CEO, and trailblazer. She has more than two decades of experience of executive leadership at companies and nonprofits focusing on women’s health.

Listen to the episode to hear Saundra discuss:

  • how she led her company without taking a leave of absence while being treated for breast cancer
  • how breast cancer changed her
  • how Phexxi, a nonhormonal birth control gel, was developed, how it works, and why it's safe for women who’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer
  • her advice for women who’ve just been diagnosed with breast cancer

  • See full product information at Phexxi.com. Do not use if you have a history of repeated urinary tract problems. Side effects include vaginal burning, itching, discharge, genital discomfort, yeast infection, urinary tract infection or bacterial vaginosis. Phexxi does not protect against STIs.

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