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My story: heather and breast cancer

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in June 2023.

Updated on October 23, 2024.

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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