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Finding light: How Jenna Antonelli embraced wellness after sobriety and TNBC

01/14/25 | BY: Adriana Lecuona

Sobriety, TNBC, and wellness: How Jenna Antonelli used reiki, breathwork, and advocacy to transform her life and help others impacted by breast cancer.

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Finding light: How Jenna Antonelli embraced wellness after sobriety and TNBC

01/14/25 | BY: Adriana Lecuona

Sobriety, TNBC, and wellness: How Jenna Antonelli used reiki, breathwork, and advocacy to transform her life and help others impacted by breast cancer.

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 | 8 Min. Read |

Navigating breast cancer with decisions, the Oncotype DX test, and hope

09/23/24 | BY: Jamie Gallagher

Jamie Gallagher shares her personal journey through early-stage breast cancer, from diagnosis to treatment. She opens up about the tough decisions she made and the tests that helped her feel confident in her choices. Finding strength in her family, she now helps others who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

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Giving nutrition advice for cancer care to others and herself

09/17/24 | BY: Robin Warshaw, Alison Tierney

Find out how Alison Tierney, a cancer nutrition specialist, combines her personal cancer experience with professional knowledge to offer actionable nutrition advice for cancer patients, focusing on plant-based diets and holistic health.

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Passion for running builds control and strength after MBC

08/13/24 | BY: Robin Warshaw, Hilary Weckstein

After being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, Hilary Weckstein turned to running as a way to reclaim strength and control. When facing challenges, running helps her push through setbacks and stay motivated. For Hilary, every mile she runs is a testament to her commitment to living life on her terms.

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Making an informed choice about hormonal therapy: Laura-Lynn Renner

08/07/24 | BY: Kris Conner

Laura-Lynn Renner was struggling with hormonal treatments until the Mammaprint test gave her the confidence to make informed health choices, transforming her breast cancer journey and improving her quality of life.

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Navigating healthcare and financial hurdles in breast cancer treatment

07/23/24 | BY: Adriana Lecuona

Nurse Shiloh is a planner. Emergencies? She thought she had those covered. But when side effects from cancer treatment forced her to stop work, she soon found herself facing a financial freefall. She wasn’t eligible for disability coverage either. Read her story and learn about the financial crisis many patients face.

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