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My story: heather and breast cancer

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in October 2025 by Joanne Perron, MD .

Updated on October 28, 2025.

Heather was diagnosed with stage 2A breast cancer. Since then, she's gone through chemo treatment, radiation and surgery. Despite the tough process, she's hasn't given up hope for a bright future. Watch Heather's inspirational story.

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