The Power of Faith and Support in Breast Cancer
12/19/23 • 31 min
In this episode, Shellie interviews breast cancer survivor Robin Early. Robin shares her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer and highlights the significance of early detection. She urges women to know their bodies and be proactive about their breast health. Robin found out about her cancer through routine mammograms, and her faith and support from loved ones helped her navigate the challenges. Despite the life-changing impact of breast cancer, Robin remains optimistic and encourages others to openly talk about their experiences.
01:49 Early detection saves lives.
07:04 Faith and support are crucial.
15:55 Importance of asking questions
19:02 Take control of your treatment.
24:40 Advocate for your own health.
27:13 Seek support and information for breast cancer.
In this episode, Shellie interviews breast cancer survivor Robin Early. Robin shares her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer and highlights the significance of early detection. She urges women to know their bodies and be proactive about their breast health. Robin found out about her cancer through routine mammograms, and her faith and support from loved ones helped her navigate the challenges. Despite the life-changing impact of breast cancer, Robin remains optimistic and encourages others to openly talk about their experiences.
01:49 Early detection saves lives.
07:04 Faith and support are crucial.
15:55 Importance of asking questions
19:02 Take control of your treatment.
24:40 Advocate for your own health.
27:13 Seek support and information for breast cancer.
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Beyond Survival: Empowering Women to Take Control of Their Breast Cancer Journey
In this episode, Shellie speaks with Karen Eubanks Jackson - the Founder and CEO of Sisters Network® Inc., the oldest and largest national Black breast cancer survivorship organization. Mrs. Jackson has been diagnosed with breast cancer four times, and in this episode she emphasizes the need for individuals to know their own bodies and pay attention to any signs of a problem. This discussion dives into importance of early detection and self-advocacy, highlights the progress made in raising awareness about breast cancer, and breaking the stigma surrounding it. Both Shellie and Mrs. Jackson share their experiences and the changes they have gone through after their diagnoses.
About KAREN EUBANKS JACKSON, FOUNDER/CEO, SISTERS NETWORK INC.
Karen Eubanks Jackson is an inspirational woman, renowned as the Founder and CEO of Sisters Network® Inc. (SNI), a remarkable 30-year four-time breast cancer survivor, and an accomplished author. Karen is recognized as a pioneer in the Black breast cancer movement, a national leader, advocate, and visionary who was driven by her own personal triumphs over breast cancer to help save the lives of other black women.
In 1994, Karen founded Sisters Network Inc. after experiencing and recognizing the absence of a supportive "sisterhood" in conventional organizations, coupled with a devastating mortality rate for Black women, she set out to confront the silence, shame and stigma associated with breast cancer in the black community. Her objective was to educate and empower Black women, encourage early detection, and ultimately increase survival rates. Today, Sisters Network Inc. is the oldest and largest national Black breast cancer survivorship organization with nearly 30 survivor-run affiliate chapters in the United States.
Acknowledging the historical reluctance within the Black community to discuss health concerns, Karen launched the impactful STOP THE SILENCE ® campaign, encouraging criticalconversations about family health and history.
Resources
https://www.sistersnetworkinc.org/
https://www.instagram.com/sistersnetwork/
https://www.facebook.com/sistersnetworkinc/
00:57 Early detection and self-advocacy matter.
12:04 Empowerment through breast cancer advocacy.
15:19 Importance of knowledge in healthcare.
19:59 Importance of seeking multiple opinions.
24:42. Advocate for your own healthcare.
32:30 Take control of your health.
36:01. Importance of early breast health.
This episode is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Producer Stephen Selnick, and Editors and Mixers Stefano Montali and Rob Johnson. To learn more on how to make a podcast for you or your business visit them at rainbowcreative.co
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Shellie welcomes RoShaun, a breast cancer survivor, to share her story on the podcast. RoShaun explains that her life was going well, but her fear of breast cancer always loomed due to her family history. She recalls experiencing pain and confusion, which led her to get an ultrasound and mammogram. The results showed an abnormality, leading to a biopsy and the eventual diagnosis of breast cancer.
In this powerful conversation she talks about the importance of getting a good care team, how she chose to fight especially thinking about her children, and her path to wellness.
06:10 Early detection is crucial.
10:33 Support system is crucial.
15:18 Navigating breast cancer requires patience.
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34:33 Supportive partners are crucial.
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