Kelly’s Story

Kelly knew she could self-refer for a mammogram at 40 in PEI. Booking that mammogram may have saved her life. About 6 months ago, at the age of 41, I went for my very first…

Natalie’s Story

Denied a mammogram in her 40s, Natalie found a lump at 46, and it was already Stage 4 breast cancer. In February 2019, I found a small lump – the size of a split pea…

Sianne’s Story

Told she was too young when she asked for a mammogram in her 40s, Sianne’s undiagnosed cancer kept spreading. My name is Sianne. I’m 45 and I never thought that at this age I would…

Ana’s Story

Ana thought she was too old to have a mammogram at 73, but fortunately she was convinced to get one. Two years ago, I was at home and my daughter came for a visit (with…

Shannon’s Story

Mammograms in her 40s were not on Shannon’s radar at all; her first mammogram led to a diagnosis of Stage 4 breast cancer. My name is Shannon. I am 49 and I have metastatic breast…

Rosilene’s Story

Rosilene could self-refer in her 40s in BC but her doctor, who was following dangerous breast screening guidelines, discouraged her from having a mammogram. She was then diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. Her story:…