One Woman’s Breast Cancer Journey & the paths of her supporters
This “One Journey Many Paths” discussion is brought to you today by Saint Agnes Hospital
“One Journey Many Paths”
The concept behind “One Journey Many Paths” is based on an inspirational video which shares a breast cancer journey from the perspective of the patient’s husband, daughters and friends. Today, we’d like to bring you the story of Tami Scovitch, a breast cancer survivor. When Tami received her breast cancer diagnosis, she started on a new beginning. The journey brought Scovitch to the Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute and brought her family closer together.
Scovitch came to Saint Agnes after finding a lump on New Year’s Day 2013. The results of her mammogram and biopsy showed that she had breast cancer. The comprehensive team of specialists at the Saint Agnes Cancer Institute quickly met with Scovitch, her husband Tony, and their two daughters, to present a treatment plan for the next six months to a year and answer all the questions they had. That plan included heavy doses of support from Scovitch’s family and friends.
“It was my journey,” Scovitch said. “But others walked with me.”
Please take a moment to watch and listen to the poignant reactions of Tami’s husband, daughters, sister and a member of the volunteer firehouse, where Tami was President of the Auxiliary. It’s a lovely tribute. The video “One Journey Many Paths” serves to highlight how Tami’s diagnosis made a change in each of their paths and they learned to cherish each moment together during Tami’s journey.
Realities of Breast Cancer:
The reality is this:
- There is no way to prevent breast cancer — but through regular mammograms and at-home self exams, it can be caught early, which is a woman’s best chance for survival.
- Who is affected? Mostly women age 40+, with the majority of diagnoses being given to women age 50+.
- 79% of new cases and 88% of breast cancer deaths occurred in women age 50 and over.
Saint Agnes Comprehensive Breast Center at Saint Agnes Hospital presents highly recognized physicians at the forefront of advanced techniques, equipment and clinical trials. They have developed a microsite called “One Jouney Many Paths”, which is meant to encourage women and their family and friends to understand breast cancer, talk openly about the disease and make breast health a priority.
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Her sister, Tracy, who put into perspective what it would be like if my own family had to face this.
I would give to fiance and use for self to cook.
What startling statistics. As far as I know, breast cancer does not run in our family. I actually just had my annual exam yesterday. It’s good to know that finding it early is the most important thing.
I would win this for my nephews wife..
My mom is a survivor for more than 15 years. She deserves this win.
You feel for all that is involved. As a daughter who has already been through this, I can relate. As a parent, no one wants this phone call about your child. As a sister or brother this is not what you want to hear. And as a spouse the fear and devastation of possibly being without your significant other can crush in the most positive person. I have known many people in my life that has had and beaten cancer. All we can do is face it straight on and enjoy our time together.
That made me cry. I lost my mother to breast cancer. Thank you for sharing.
I’ve always wanted a Vitamix! I have a great juicer, now I just need a great blender!
I’d give it to my mom (an 18 year breast cancer survivor and thriver)- if she wants it! 🙂
The woman herself made me think of my mom. My mom is 92, a WWII US Army veteran, a golfer and 156 avg. bowler- and an 18 year breast cancer survivor- and thriver- Because SHE found the lump- Really early- a week after a “negative” mammogram, and so had a modified radical mastectomy, and didn’t need chemo or radiation. FEEL YOUR BOOBIES, girls- that’s how we save our own lives! 🙂
All the stories touched me. I identified most with Traci.
I would give it to my mom she survived melanoma very strong woman love her so much dont know what I would do with out her!!
Tracy inspired me.. I am a cancer survivor its been 13 years.. I know how this can impact a family.. I was lucky..
We need a cure. Too many precious women have suffered. Too many have died. Too many are at risk. We need a cure.
My friend Brenda, a breast cancer survivor.
I can identify with Traci the sister. My grandmother had breast cancer and a few years we had scare with my mom. I also worry about my sisters.
I would give it to my Mother-in-law. She is a breast cancer and skin cancer survivor. She is so strong!
Jessica’s story touched me most. It must be scary when your mom is diagnosed. She seemed to have a good outlook and that everyone should stay positive to beat it. I loved what she said about her mom!
I would give it to my sister n law who lost her husband in febuary to cancer
I relate to the daughter because my mom had breast cancer.She survived for 6 years. I love her and I miss her every single day