Young & Navigating Breast Cancer Together

In this episode, we sit down with Brooks Fuentes from the Young Survival Coalition (YSC) to explore what young breast cancer survivors face—from body image and dating after mastectomy to early menopause, fertility concerns, and financial stress. YSC offers powerful, free resources including summits, wellness summits, identity‑affirming support groups, Spanish‑language programs, and caregiver support. If you or someone you love is navigating breast cancer at 40 years old and younger, this episode is for you. Learn more at youngsurvival.org. Personal stories are shared for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice.

In this episode, we spotlight Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC), a national nonprofit providing trusted information and a strong community of support. Listeners will learn about upcoming conferences, the Reading for Reassurance book collection for families with children ages 4-17, and the Living Beyond Breast Cancer Fund, which offers financial assistance and referrals during treatment. We also highlight LBBC's leadership and volunteer advocacy trainings, along with the Breast Cancer Helpline (1‑888‑753‑5222), which connects callers with trained volunteers for peer support, emotional guidance, and real‑world insight. Together, these programs offer hope, resources, and meaningful connection so no one faces breast cancer alone. For resources and additional information for young adults with breast cancer, visit the Program for Breast Cancer in Young Adult's website here. Personal stories are shared for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice.

For our first episode we're introducing our hosts, Katie, and Katrina, two women sharing their journeys with breast cancer and being diagnosed as young women: Katie was diagnosed at 39 and has been living with stage 4 metastatic triple‑positive breast cancer for nine years. While cancer shapes her life, she refuses to let it define her. Katrina was diagnosed with stage 3 HER2‑positive breast cancer at 30. After moving through aggressive treatment, participating in a clinical trial, and confronting medical mistrust, she embraced a "new normal." Together, Katie and Katrina create a space of honesty, strength, and encouragement—reminding listeners that hope exists in community, in research, in science, and in the stories of others. Their message is clear: move past fear, pursue screenings, seek treatment, and know you're not alone. For resources and additional information for young adults with breast cancer, visit the Program for Breast Cancer in Young Adult's website here. Personal stories are shared for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice.