Tova Parker shares the valuable lessons and truths she learned throughout her diagnosis and treatment of Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. Read on to learn
This episode highlights the need for representation and skill as it relates to women of color, self-care, and insurance coverage for nipple mound and areola restoration.
Bri candidly shares her journey dealing with her mother’s misdiagnosis and the inequities that POC face in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. She highlights the need for inclusivity and representation in the community and emphasizes the importance of recognizing systemic inequities.
In her breast cancer journey, Tan not only had to face the physical challenges, but also the emotional toll of dealing with past traumas and strained relationships. Despite setbacks, she continues to give herself grace and take time for herself. Tan’s story reminds us of the power of resilience in navigating difficult times.
To me, being a survivor means living my best life, not taking things for granted, and being present in the moment.
How are thrivers, survivors, and previvors navigating their relationships?
How are thrivers, survivors, and previvors navigating their relationships?
There is still this lack of addressing medical history, passing general history, and education from generation to generation. We are still in the early awareness stage in some Asian communities when it comes to women’s health.
How are thrivers, survivors, and previvors navigating their relationships?
After I had my bilateral mastectomy in 2017, I decided on immediate DIEP flap reconstruction. During the process of explaining to me some intricacies of the surgery, my plastic surgeon mentioned that my nipples would always be at attention – um, excuse me?
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