Awareness is key. Tell every woman you meet.

Angela D | Patient | 03-09-2016

Oh what I would give to have been aware! Had I only been aware of this thing called ovarian cancer and its symptoms I have no doubt that I would have nipped it in the beginning instead of at the end. This is why I find it so important to share my knowledge with all sisters so that no other women will have to suffer the way I have suffered. To live your life with this dread hanging over your head is not living a life at all. Of course we all die but who thinks of it? I do. Daily. Going on three years. Me….who was as healthy as could be. For a long time I was angry with myself but I have forgiven as how much can I blame myself for not knowing. So awareness is key. Tell every woman you meet.

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