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Heather Curley

They Said I’d Only Live 4 Months, but It’s Been 2 Years — and I’m Not Done Yet

Living with metastatic breast cancer has been hard, but I’m thankful for every day

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Heather Curley

Dijeron que solo me quedaban 4 meses de vida, pero han pasado 2 años y mi historia no concluye todavía

Vivir con cáncer mamario metastásico ha sido difícil, pero me siento agradecida por cada día que vivo

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Emma Mon

Don’t Count Me Out

I have metastatic breast cancer. But I have goals.

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Stephanie Walker

My “Small” Cancer Turned Out to Be Stage 4 Breast Cancer

After my shocking diagnosis, I turned to advocacy work to help shine a light on the lack of research regarding women of color and stage 4 breast cancer

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Kelly Miyahara, mom and sister

My Sister, My Mom and I Were All Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Within 18 Months of Each Other

It turned out a secret was lurking in my genes: Most of my family has a BRCA2 gene mutation

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Kelly Miyahara, mom and sister

A mi hermana, a mi mamá y a mí nos diagnosticaron cáncer de mama en un plazo de 18 meses

Al parecer, un secreto se ocultaba en mis genes: La mayoría de mis familiares tienen una mutación genética BRCA2

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Aidee Granados

Culture Shock, Then a Cancer Shock, Inspired Me to Create the Community I Needed

As a young mom and recent immigrant to the United States, I thought my life was moving and changing quickly — but cancer was moving even faster

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Aidee Granados

El impacto cultural y luego el del cáncer me inspiraron para crear la comunidad que necesitaba

Puesto que era una mamá joven y que había inmigrado recientemente a Estados Unidos, pensaba que mi vida se movía y cambiaba rápidamente; sin embargo,el cáncer estaba avanzando aún más velozmente

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Catrina Marcell

I Thought My Swollen Lymph Nodes Were Side Effects From the Covid-19 Vaccine

But they were signaling something far more dangerous

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Jaclyn Smith

15 Minutes With: Jaclyn Smith Talks About the 20th Anniversary of Her Breast Cancer Diagnosis

The Charlie’s Angels star credits her friends with getting her through her treatment

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Monique Denise

My Life Really Began When I Got My Breast Cancer Diagnosis

I’m living with stage 4 cancer, and I’m determined to live my life to the fullest

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Jacque and her family, 2022.

The Truth About Being a Cancer Warrior

How battle language can make someone with breast cancer feel like a lone soldier

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woman puts hands around pink ribbon on her pink T Shirt, for breast cancer campaign

Why Do Women of Color Have Worse Breast Cancer Outcomes?

Breast cancer treatment and survival are worse for women of color. Healthcare disparities are to blame.

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Close-up of Doctor with ribbon formed breast cancer awareness symbol

You Have Advanced Breast Cancer. What’s Next?

Advice about important next steps and what to expect after an advanced breast cancer diagnosis

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How To Choose a Bra After Breast Surgery

How To Choose a Bra After Breast Surgery

There are lots of options for bras after breast surgery. Here’s what you need to know.

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Molly Grace Young

Chemo Day Is Always Better With Costumes, Wigs and Props

Some people knit. Others sleep. I’m putting on my own personal Broadway show from my chair at chemo.

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Erica Rimlinger in a pink wig

I Was Searching for a Miracle Cure for My Breast Cancer. I Found Hope Instead.

A diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer sent me down the road of magical thinking, but the only miracle I found was hope

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Shot of a young doctor using a digital tablet during a consultation with a senior woman

The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health

Strong bones play a crucial role in the fight against breast cancer

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Ashley Dedmon

A Preventive Double Mastectomy Helped Me Fight Breast Cancer Before It Could Attack

Breast cancer runs in my family. I’m fighting back with education and aggressive risk management.

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Smiling medical team standing together outside a hospital

Building a Dream Team to Fight Metastatic Breast Cancer

A strong support system is crucial for newly diagnosed patients

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Melissa Zapotocki

A Mammogram Saved My Life

I'm living proof that early detection is key in the fight against breast cancer

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Mature woman wearing a headscarf gestures while discussing chemotherapy treatment with women in a breast cancer support group.

After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Strap In for a Roller-Coaster Ride of Emotions

Experts share how to cope with these intense and scary — but totally normal — feelings

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Breast Cancer, Mama Mode and Me

Breast Cancer, Mama Mode and Me

My journey with breast cancer helped me learn how to let go of control and accept help from others

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edith mazuera

Metastatic Breast Cancer Treatment Was Destroying My Spirit — Until I Tapped Into My Colombian Roots and Alternative Medicine

When my breast cancer spread to my bones, I realized it was time for a more holistic approach. Now I'm living my best life ever.

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