How has breast cancer affected your life?
It made me appreciate and love all the important people that count on me.
How did the medical community help you during that time for your life?
As I work in the medical profession I sometimes take for granted all the great medical professionals in our community that help make a difference every day. The people at Inland Imaging and Cancer Care Northwest helped save my life and helped through the process.
How did you stay motivated during your treatment?
My family and husband were more fearful than I was when I received the news of my diagnosis. It made me understand how much they need and love me. It made me want to fight hard. Breast cancer did not just impact me, but also the people that love me.
What has life been like since you became cancer free?
I am so inspired by other survivors. I am always motivated by each person’s story. I now live every day with purpose and love it.
What did you think when you heard that only half of Spokane women were having their annual screening mammogram?
I was shocked to hear only half of Spokane women have an annual screening exam. If it were not for my annual screening, my breast cancer at age 43 would not have been found. Who knows where I would be without it. Women must take control of their health.