Breast Cancer is Not Just for Those Over 40 with Nikia Hammonds-Blakely

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Having survived a life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer at the age of only 16 years old, Nikia Hammonds-Blakely, recently discovered pre-cancerous cells during a mammogram and biopsy. Nikia decided to prevent the likely reoccurrence of breast cancer by undergoing a bilateral mastectomy. Through all the challenges, Nikia has flourished, and is now an author, singer, songwriter and motivational speaker and serves as a spokesperson for Susan G. Komen’s “Know Your Girls” campaign. * About Real Pink * Real struggles. Real help. Real courage. Real Pink is taking real conversations about breast cancer from the doctor's office to the living room. Hosted by Adam Walker, episodes feature candid conversations with survivors, researchers, physicians, and more. Find answers to your toughest questions and clear, actionable steps to live a better life, longer. At Real Pink, compassionate storytelling meets real inspiration, and real support. Special Guest: Nikia Hammonds-Blakely. Sponsored By: Sideways8 Interactive : We all want to break through the noise on the internet and stand out. Sideways8 is a digital agency on a mission to improve communication through digital marketing. Whether they’re working with tech companies or national nonprofits Sideways8 helps you showcase your value while making it easy for people to find you. Sideways8 services include website design and development, website care plans, digital marketing strategy, branding and messaging, SEO, pay per click advertising, and more. To learn more about highlighting the work your organization is doing, head to https://sideways8.com/komen

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