Sharee and Annette Page, from northern Utah, are as close as two sisters can be. They have both worked for the same company for over 10 years. These two sisters have very similar lives. Both
The idea for Pat Anstett’s newly published book with breast reconstruction stories, Breast Cancer Surgery and Reconstruction: What’s Right for You, came after road tripping with her friend to Baltimore for the nipple tattoos on her
A few days before Jen’s birthday in April of 2013, she was diagnosed with cancer in both of her breasts. Her husband picked her up, and they went home and cried, grappling with all the
On Memorial Day, we remember those in the armed forces who have died in service to our country, protecting our freedom and our very lives. We share stories of loved ones, to honor their memories. Some
Women who come through the other side of a breast cancer diagnosis often feel a responsibility to share their story. An important part of recovery is to reveal the reality of what happens between the
The shock of breast cancer doesn't end at the diagnosis. Every woman knows there are many steps along the way that just keeps building and adding to the shock. It may be losing one's hair
Until I can tell my daughters that there is a cure, I will not be cancer free. “It’s an imperfect science.” That is what my physician told me during one of my lengthy appointments, while
So often, when we talk about breast reconstruction, we focus the conversation on the options available to women who've had a mastectomy. This makes sense, because without a doubt, these women face profound changes in
When facing a mastectomy, can you justify cutting off a perfectly healthy breast for the sake of breast symmetry? Breast cancer involves an overwhelming number of decisions, from which breast surgeon to entrust your treatment
Karen Bennett's Story What happens when you feel something’s not right, but your doctor tells you it’s nothing to worry about? And this goes on for two years? You take charge! In 1995, when Karen
