“The capacity for hope is the most significant fact of life. It provides us with a sense of destination and the energy to get started.”

All the medical advancements are phenomenal, have helped so many people, and the continued research keeps updating our knowledge. But we need to also take a common sense approach to our health and well being. This blog was started because I want to encourage people to be more engaged and thoughtful about their health. Don’t take it for granted.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer twice…8 years apart. A rare benign brain tumor (a vestibular schwannoma) was discovered 3 years after the first cancer. The tumor is slow growing but required treatment because of the size when found. This will be monitored the rest of my life and, hopefully, can stay away from surgery.

Those that know me best have been surprised at the health issues I’ve encountered…I always ate right and exercised regularly (still do!). Don’t ignore your instincts, especially if diagnosed with a major medical condition…do your research and due diligence. Be a part of the solution. There is hope.

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