SURVIVOR STORIES
Being a survivor has many meanings and each person’s story is unique. It is our hope through sharing these stories that you will see how survivors are thriving and doing everything they can to help others to be educated earlier by promoting early detection with education, inspiration, guidance and friendship.
Learn Look Locate is honored to feature breast cancer survivors from countries around the world. They share their experiences and details of their diagnosis to help others navigate through the breast cancer journey. We hope these stories from all over the world help you feel connected, educated and inspired.
Three-Time BRCA1 Breast Cancer Survivor: Katrina’s Story
Follow Katrina’s inspiring journey as a three-time breast cancer survivor, diagnosed BRCA1 positive at 28. A story of resilience, motherhood, and advocacy.
Stage 1 Triple Positive Breast Cancer at 39: Stacy’s Story
Follow Stacy’s journey with triple positive breast cancer, from finding a lump at 39 to creating a wellness journal for others. A story of early detection and resilience.
Shalon’s Inspiring BRCA2 Breast Cancer Journey
Discover Shalon’s inspiring journey battling BRCA2 breast cancer, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. Learn about her challenges, resilience, and hope.
Hormone-Positive and Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Andrea’s Two-Time Survivor Story
Follow Andrea’s journey as a two-time breast cancer survivor, overcoming hormone-positive and triple-negative diagnoses. A story of resilience and triumph.
Daniela’s Breast Cancer Journey: Stage 1 HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
Follow Daniela’s inspiring stage 1 HER2-positive breast cancer story, from diagnosis at 37 to recovery. Learn about her treatment decisions and life post-cancer.
Embracing a Flat Closure After a Double Mastectomy: Jennifer’s Breast Cancer Journey
Discover Jennifer’s empowering journey of choosing aesthetic flat closure after a double mastectomy. Learn about BRCA2, DCIS, and finding self-acceptance post-surgery.
From Initial Diagnosis to Making a Positive Impact: Shirley’s Breast Cancer Journey
Follow Shirley’s inspiring metastatic breast cancer story, from diagnosis at 37 to advocacy.
From Diagnosis to Empowerment: Cynthia’s Breast Cancer Journey and the Birth of Learn Look Locate
Discover Cynthia’s journey with stage 2B estrogen-positive breast cancer, from diagnosis to founding Learn Look Locate. Find support and education for your breast cancer journey.
Martina’s Journey: Overcoming Stage 3 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Through Physical Activity
Explore Martina’s approach to stage 3 triple-negative breast cancer, maintaining running and equestrian activities throughout her treatment.
Elaine’s Journey: Battling Stage 1B Triple-Negative Breast Cancer with BRCA1 Mutation
Follow Elaine’s journey battling BRCA1-positive stage 1B triple-negative breast cancer. Learn about genetic testing, treatment, and survivorship.
Karen’s Journey: An Awakening – Surviving Stage 1 Breast Cancer and Colon Cancer
Discover Karen Rice’s inspiring story of surviving stage 2 breast cancer and colon cancer, finding strength, purpose, and a new perspective on life.
Jane’s Journey: Finding Peace and Purpose After Stage 1B Invasive Ductal Carcinoma
Discover Jane’s inspiring story of navigating stage 1B invasive ductal carcinoma, embracing holistic healing, and new beginnings after breast cancer.
Jessica’s Journey: Navigating Stage 3 Breast Cancer, Homeschool, and Chores During Covid
Discover Jessica’s inspiring story of facing stage 3 breast cancer with courage, resilience, and humor while juggling homeschool and chores during Covid.
Karolina’s Journey: Embracing Healing and Growth Beyond Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer
Discover Karolina’s inspiring story of navigating stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma breast cancer treatment through a holistic approach to healing and personal growth.
Marlene’s Journey: Overcoming Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer
Discover Marlene’s inspiring story of resilience as she navigates stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma breast cancer in Canada and finds holistic healing at Sanoviv.
Francesca’s Inspiring Triumph Over Stage 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer
Discover Francesca’s inspiring journey of resilience and transformation as she battles Stage 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma breast cancer.
Daniela’s Journey: From Stage 1B Invasive Duct Carcinoma to 5-Year Cancer Thriver
Discover Daniela’s journey from being diagnosed with Stage 1B Invasive Duct Carcinoma to becoming a thriving 5-year cancer survivor and successful business owner.
Marianthi’s Journey as a Two-time Cancer Survivor: Stage 4 Hodgkins Lymphoma & DCIS
Discover a two-time cancer survivor, Marianthi’s journey, diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkins Lymphoma at 12 and DCIS at 27.
Steph’s Triumph Over Stage 2B Breast Cancer: A Tale of Strength and Resilience Through Sport
Discover Steph Lightfoot’s inspiring journey as a Stage 2B breast cancer survivor. Learn how she overcame challenges through the power of sport.
Cindy’s 22-Year Victory Over Stage 1 DCIS Breast Cancer
Join Cindy on her 22-year journey of conquering Stage 1 DCIS breast cancer. Discover her story of hope, resilience, and the role of advanced medical technology in breast cancer care.
Kari’s Battle with Stage 2B Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer
Discover Kari’s inspiring journey through Stage 2B Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, highlighting the power of self-advocacy and resilience.
Finding Strength in Adversity: Meegan’s Inspiring Breast Cancer Journey
Meegan Rogers shares her transformative breast cancer journey, highlighting resilience, self-discovery, and the power of inner healing amidst life’s most challenging moments.
Knowledge Is Power: Jamie’s Breast Cancer Story
Jamie Vaughn of Reno shares her challenging journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer shortly after retirement, and how she turned her experience into a mission of support and advocacy.
Triumphant Thriver: Empowering Others Through Breast Cancer Advocacy
Follow Jessica’s journey with Stage IIIA Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Breast Cancer and learn how her experience inspired her to join the NCCS Cancer Policy and Advocacy Team (CPAT) where she traveled to Capitol Hill to lobby for cancer survivor rights and healthcare reform.
Monica’s Journey with Stage 3 Breast Cancer
Join Monica’s journey with state 3 breast cancer as she shares her story through inspirational speaking on YouTube, Instagram and “The Breast Cancer Podcast.”
Christine Handy: Navigating Multiple Mastectomies and Breast Implant Illness
I was diagnosed with breast cancer October 1, 2012. I was 41 years young with no family history of the disease. I am allergic to sugar, exercise almost every day and was the healthiest person I knew until my diagnosis.
Paris: Triumphing Over Triple Negative Breast Cancer While Living with MS
Learn about Paris’ courageous and inspiring journey through multiple sclerosis and Stage 3 breast cancer and how she faced these challenges with beauty, positivity, and strength.
Debbie: Stage 3A Lobular Breast Cancer
Debbie shares her journey through Stage 3A Lobular Breast Cancer. Experience her challenges, resilience, and path to self-acceptance
Embracing Hope: Bec’s Journey with Stage 2 Lobular Carcinoma Breast Cancer
Discover Bec’s inspiring journey with Stage 2 Lobular Carcinoma Breast Cancer and how she turned her healing process into a mission to spread awareness and kindness.
Katrina’s Journey with Stage 3 Inflammatory Breast Cancer
Join Katrina as she bravely shares her journey with Stage 3 Inflammatory Breast Cancer. From the unexpected diagnosis to the challenging treatments and the ongoing battle with its aftermath, Katrina’s story is a testament to resilience, hope, and the power of community support in the face of cancer.
Overcoming Breast Cancer: The Inspiring Journey of Elise, a Three-time Survivor
Elise’s resilient journey as a three-time breast cancer survivor reveals the power of understanding your body and the significance of family history. Amidst her trials, she emphasizes the importance of regular check-ups and the incredible support she found along the way.
Survivor Stories: Karla’s Stage 4 Breast Cancer Journey
Explore Karla’s inspiring journey with Stage 4 breast cancer, her transformation through Radical Remission healing factors, and her evolution into a holistic health coach. Her story is a beacon of hope and resilience.
Survivor Stories: Ellyn’s Battle with Stage 2B Breast Cancer
Discover Ellyn’s courageous journey through Stage 2B breast cancer, her decision for aesthetic flat closure, and how she found resilience and empowerment. Now, she champions for women’s health and shares her story to inspire others.
A Life Transformed: April’s Journey with Stage 3 Breast Cancer
At 34, April was diagnosed with stage 3 invasive inoperable breast cancer. This is her story of resilience, support, and triumph.
Stef’s Survivor Story: Breast Implant Illness, Cancer, and Reconstruction
Stef shares her challenging journey with breast implant illness, breast cancer, and reconstruction, highlighting her resilience and determination to overcome obstacles.
Rina’s Survivor Story: Overcoming Stage 2 Breast Cancer in India
Rina, a stage 2 breast cancer survivor from India, shares her journey of overcoming adversity, finding strength in faith, and embracing self-care during her treatments. Learn how she stays positive and calm with yoga and meditation while navigating her ongoing recovery.
Marnie’s Previvor Journey: Reconstructive Surgery & Empowerment
Follow Marnie’s BRCA previvor story, from preventative double mastectomy to multiple reconstructions. Learn about informed decision-making in breast cancer prevention.
Meet Kimberly, Stage 3 and Founder of Not Putting on a Shirt
Kim was a young mother of two diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. She chose to go flat – she simply wanted to be “one and done” and get back to her life.
Meet Jenny – Stage 2b from Ontario, Canada
Just a week before my 43rd birthday the doctor called to tell me the lump I had found was cancerous.
Meet Taylor – Stage 1b Triple Negative from Alabama
I was diagnosed at age 35. At the time I was still breastfeeding my 3rd baby.
Meet Libby – Stage 1A from Missouri
On July 16, 2020, I received a phone call at 8:04 pm that would change our lives forever. The phone call was from the Breast Center.
Meet Britta – Stage 4, California
I remember the day oh so well. December 15, 2015. For about two weeks or so, I had felt needle-like pain in my left breast.
Meet Sara, Stage 2 from Kansas
Meet Sara, diagnosed just 1 week after positive pregnancy test.
Meet Anna – Stage 2B, North Carolina
My name is Anna and I am a young breast cancer survivor, mother, infertility warrior and style addict.
Meet Angelina – Stage 1, United Kingdom
My name is Angelina Hardy Taylor and I was diagnosed with hormone positive HER2 negative grade 3 stage 1 breast cancer at 26 years old on the 15th of November 2021.
Meet Kelly – Stage 2B, Colorado
My life was good in 2017. I was married to the perfect man, enjoyed time with family and a few close friends, fly-fished often, and had my dream job working in the world of oncology.
Meet Jaxon – Stage 4, California
Meet Jaxon! Diagnosed with Stage 2B in 2013 and in remission until 2020 when recurred at stage 4.
Meet Silvia-Stage 2 from Italy
I was diagnosed with breast cancer on 25th of March 2022 at the age of 28. It was devastating, for the first few weeks I didn’t really realize what was happening to me.
Meet Melissa from Minnesota
During my late 20’s I went in multiple times to have a cyst looked at. They would do an ultrasound and then drain it, never anything to worry about.
Meet Jennifer – Stage 2B, New York
I was diagnosed with Stage 2B Breast Cancer exactly one month before my 31st birthday.
Meet Samira – Stage 2, California
I had just turned 30. As soon as we returned from our diving trip I found a lump.
Meet Namrata – Left Stage 3D Right Stage 2, India
Cancer survivor once and fighting second time at 36.
Share Your Journey
Your experience matters. It can inspire, educate, and give hope to others on similar paths. Share your unique breast cancer journey with us and be a beacon of strength in our community.