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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Tami’s husband’s story was the one that truly touched me the most. I myself battled cancer from 2006-2010 and just hearing his story was truly touching
Tony; the effects of cancer of one’s family are challenging.
All of the stories are touching, I do not know how to choose just one. I hope that whoever wins donates it to someone who has suffered from this terrible disease.
Jessica’s story was very touching.
Tami’s husband’s story touched me the most!
Awareness is needed, thanks!
I would love to win this for my mom- a breast cancer survivor!
These are great machines… if I win, I would give this one to my cousin- a very amazing survivor.
I think that the daughter Kristin’s path affected most.
I have 2 cousins who are currently going through treatment right now.
ALL OF THEM TOUCHED ME…I HAVE LOST A HUSBAND AND SON TO TWO DIFFERENT KINDS OF CANCER AND IT DOES NO RUN IN EITHER FAMILY
I can relate to Tami’s story.
How can you choose only one? Cancer is devastating and a horrible experience for everyone touched by it.
God Bless You and your family and friends Tami, so glad you did not have to walk alone during this devastating time in your life. You are our hope for a good recovery, thank-you for your courage.
Tony, the husband of the wife that had breat cance. Being a husband, I could not imagine how he feels
As a spouse, I was really touched listening to Tony (the husband’s) story and feeling the love and support her gave her. Very poignant and powerful to watch!
I have a history of breast cancer on my father’s side. So far I’ve been fortunate, praise the Lord!
If I were to win this, please donate it to a cancer survivor.
Jessica, the daughter and Don, the friend affected me the most because the seemed most affected by it. I wouldn’t know what to do, but I think I’d be in shock first, and then worried about my kids and what would they do if I died. Breast cancer affects most people in one way or another. I’m glad there is a lot more the medical community is doing for it.
The person who affected me most in the video was Tami’s sister. I identify completely with a strong sister relationship and her thinking of Tami as her hero.