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Survivor Stories & Information

Fight Like a Girl’s collection of Power Stories are written and shared by real women who have overcome or are still fighting cancers, chronic illnesses, or other life altering adversaries every day. The stories found here are a source of empowerment, hope, and education through the discussion of signs, symptoms, treatment processes, inspirations of strength, and individual experiences of each warrior’s personal and unique fight. Survivor stories are equally powerful, written by women who now advocate for others still in the fight.

Read the inspirational stories below to find the support you need in your battle, or the encouragement to share your story with us. Immerse yourself in our community of warriors and join in — we can’t wait to meet and celebrate you.

Christi’s Story (Breast Cancer)

Christis story breast cancer

I turned 50 years old on July 3rd this year, and 10 days later, I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma. I had a double mastectomy with reconstruction on August 28th, and my pathology came back with metastasis to the lymph nodes. I’m currently waiting for radiation and chemotherapy to …

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