My Story
This year, I joined the Komen community and registered for the Susan G. Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk.
- 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. 1 in 3 of those will be diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer.
I hit both those statistics in one fall swoop. In June 2023, at the age of 44, I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Metastatic Breast Cancer, De Novo: meaning I was diagnosed Stage 4 at the start and my cancer was not previously discovered at an earlier stage. We discovered cancer had spread to much of my spine, chest, ribs, pelvis, hips, and legs. I immediately began chemotherapy. In April 2024, my scans revealed no active disease (woohoo) and I was able to take a break from treatment. However, in November 2024 my scans showed a new active spot. I again started back on chemotherapy. There is no cure for metastatic breast cancer, however ongoing research continues to provide new treatments and hope for greater life expectancy.
Your support helps us get one step closer to a world without breast cancer. Funds raised help support breakthrough research and provide assistance to those facing breast cancer today who need our support. Whether it’s emotional support via Komen’s helpline, financial support through Komen’s financial assistance program, or navigation services to break down barriers to care, Komen will be there for them.
Ending breast cancer needs all of us, and your generosity can make a real difference. Together, let’s show breast cancer patients there’s a whole community standing by their side.
Will you please join me in this fight by making your donation today?
