Home / Cause: Breast Cancer

Cause: Breast Cancer

Sharon’s Story (Her2 Breast Cancer)

sharons-story-her2-breast-cancer

In April 2018, I was diagnosed with HER2+ breast cancer, after having a mammogram because of a nipple discharge. Affecting about 1 of 5 breast cancer patients, HER2+ breast cancer is when breast cancer cells test positive for a protein receptor called HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2). Excessive …

Read More »

Karen’s Story (Breast Cancer)

karen's story breast cancer

As a ten year survivor of breast cancer, I feel truly blessed. Even through my scars physically and emotionally, I’m a better person today. Going through the radiation was the loneliest feeling. My bones ached constantly while taking Tamoxifen for five years. With treatment, I went into an instant menopause …

Read More »

Sue’s Story (Breast Cancer)

sue power story breast cancer

On June 29, 2020, I went in for my annual mammogram. I wasn’t thinking about it much, as my mind was consumed with getting ready for our annual 4th of July camping trip. However, during the exam the technician became a little concerned about what she was seeing. A doctor …

Read More »