How Far Would YOU Go if You had a High Risk of Getting Breast Cancer?
Kendall shares her experience with preventive surgeries after testing positive for the BRCA1 gene mutation. She discusses her decision-making process, challenges, and the lack of information for young women facing similar choices. For women like Kendall and Michelle, it’s all about health advocacy and seeking support.
Cancer Don’t Care: One Woman’s Journey
What happens when someone in ideal shape is diagnosed with breast cancer? During this episode, Dorothy welcomes Michelle Sandlin, author of Cancer Don’t Care. Michelle shares her breast cancer journey, and discusses the importance of self-care, support, and documenting the experience through writing. She emphasizes paying attention to one’s body and seeking medical advice, and much more.
From Badge to Breast Cancer: A Police Officer’s Story
”If your doctor didn’t listen to you, you need to find another doctor.” Those are the words of Stacy Papillion. Affectionately known as “Sergeant Pap,” Stacy knows a thing or two about breast cancer. She beat it twice. The second time around was a battle she fought alongside her own mother.
How a Family History Influenced Her Decision to Have a Prophylactic Mastectomy
Rachel Evans made one of the most difficult choices a woman could make. She chose to undergo a mastectomy due to a positive BRCA1 gene mutation. During this episode, Dorothy and Rachel talk about the emotional and physical challenges of the surgery and the impact it had on her femininity and ability to breastfeed.
“Dying was not an Option,” a Survivor’s Story
Linda Petticrew is one determined woman. She’s worked hard and many long hours to build a successful career as an Executive Assistant to some of the top CEO’s in the city. But her real strength tenacity was when she faced breast cancer, not once but twice. Diagnosed at a young age, she fought and won her battle and then twenty years later had to fight it again.
She Lost Her Husband and Mother Within Three Weeks, Now She’s Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer
She lost her husband and her mother in one year. Mona Ellakany’s new reality left her with a choice. Stay in America or move back home to Egypt. She chose America, but in 2021 Mona was diagnosed with breast cancer.
A Woman’s Battle Against Metastatic Breast Cancer
From her initial diagnosis to her current battle with metastatic disease, the conversation takes many turns. You’ll be moved as Kathy Stevens recounts the treatments she has undergone, including a double mastectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy
Healing Hearts and Inspiring Women, A Survivor’s Story
After losing both of her parents, Marva Skinner joined Angels Surviving Cancer. In this episode, you’ll learn how she found a renewed sense of purpose through her involvement. As a breast cancer survivor, Marva’s purpose guides her in navigating others through their breast cancer journey.
She survived breast cancer AND domestic violence
She survived breast cancer and domestic violence. Despite the worst of circumstances, Vanessa Jackson’s spirit remained unbroken. And today, we hear her story.
An Afternoon That Changed Her Life
During this conversation, Ana Henriquez discusses the challenges she faced as an uninsured patient, and how The Rose provided invaluable support in guiding her through the complex insurance process. With raw honesty, she dives into emotional toll of losing her hair and the unwavering love and encouragement she received from her husband and family.
