Monthly Archives: January 2011

Becky Rubio Redlands, CA

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My mom was only 48 when she was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer. She had had a partial hysterectomy about 5 years prior, and was fine. What we all thought was a bad cold or bronchitis, turned out to … Continue reading 

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Haley Mellert Winston-Salem, NC

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My name is Haley Mellert, and my life was touched by ovarian cancer back in 2006. I was 25 at the time. I left work early due to severe lower back pain, which ultimately lead me to the ER later … Continue reading 

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Tina O’Boy Norwood, MA

Hello- Being told at the age of 36 that I had 1. ovarian cancer and 2. I would need a hysterectomy – was to say the least, devastating. I had been undergoing infertility treatments, so physically and mentally I had … Continue reading 

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Deandra Trevino-Salem Louisville, CO

Deandra, our daughter, had become the new owner of the West End Salon in Boulder, Colorado. She was so thrilled at age 27 having her own business. Her boyfriend, Luke, became a partner as well. Not long after, she was … Continue reading 

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