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How unexpected bonds supported me through breast cancer

04/29/24 | BY: Jenni Hetzel-Gaynor

Jenni Hetzel-Gaynor braces for the worst as she faces a breast cancer diagnosis, and with it, the fear of isolation. Would her family, strained by physical and emotional distance, be there for her? Join Jenni as she navigates chemo rounds, decision-making, reconstructive surgery, and a memorable Taylor Swift concert.

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Nadiyah’s story: Moving beyond lymphedema | BeACTive

01/09/24 | BY: Nadiyah Brown, Adriana Lecuona

After a breast cancer diagnosis, Nadiyah discovers new ways to exercise and thrive while she navigates lymphedema and sciatica.

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Megan D’s story: Fitness, friends, and feeling good | BeACTive

01/08/24 | BY: Megan Do Nascimento, Adriana Lecuona

Megan, a dedicated gym enthusiast and spinning instructor, found herself navigating a new wellness approach after her breast cancer diagnosis.

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Bobbi's story: Elevating Black health | BeACTive

01/08/24 | BY: Roberta "Bobbi" Albany, Adriana Lecuona

Facing a breast cancer diagnosis, Bobbi discovered new ways to exercise and advocate for the Black community. Through sweat and support, she breaks barriers.

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Jamie’s story: Body confidence after breast cancer surgery | BeACTive

01/08/24 | BY: Jamie, Adriana Lecuona

Diagnosed with breast cancer at 31, Jamie discovered new ways to exercise and thrive after revision surgery. Learn how she finds strength and confidence in her body.

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For mom and me: Ashlynn's advocacy for breast cancer and leptomeningeal disease

12/06/23 | BY: Robin Warshaw, Ashlynn Gomez

At 23, Ashlynn faced a triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis, a cultural divide, and financial struggles. Despite the challenges, she found the strength to support her mom through her breast cancer journey, which was complicated by leptomeningeal disease.

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Turning pain into purpose and healing from metastatic breast cancer

11/29/23 | BY: Shirley Corfee

At 76 years of age, Shirley Corfee has survived extreme poverty, a family legacy of cancer, and her own experiences with cancer. Be inspired by her strength, perseverance, and unyielding faith.

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