Sunday, December 11, 2011

Doing a Small Part in Fighting Cancer

At my last physical appointment my doctor said the words, "Wow, it looks like you are next in line in your family to get breast cancer."  Thanks Doc.

My maternal grandmother died of breast cancer shortly before I was born. My mother gave me her name.

My paternal grandmother recently beat breast cancer, caught very early.

And 4 years ago my mom beat breast cancer also.

I guess I really am next in line.  Every year I have to get a mammogram and breat sonogram done.  Not typical of most 32 year-olds.

My mom's best friend beat ovarian cancer 14 years ago and has been in remission since.  Unfortunately, last month they diagnosed her with stage 4 lung cancer.  She has never smoked or been around a smoker.

When I was given the chance to promote the American Cancer Society here on my blog, I gladly accepted,  it is the least I can do to help in the fight against this disease that affects so many in my family and families all over the world.



This post is sponsored by American Cancer Society.