Breast Cancer Survivor Cynthia Smith’s Journey From Diagnosis to Remission [Video]

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month spotlights resilience and advocacy, Cynthia Smith, program director for WBLS, bravely opens up about her journey with breast cancer. Diagnosed in 2016, Smith’s story is a testament to courage, community, and self-care in the face of adversity. She shared her experiences and insights in an exclusive interview, reflecting on her journey from initial shock to remission in 2022, six years later.

A Shocking Diagnosis and the Power of Positivity for Cynthia Smith

Smith recalls vividly the moment she received the life-altering news. “I had broken my toe that morning, which kept me home from work. That Friday, my doctor called, and as I sat there at home, she told me I’d tested positive for breast cancer,” she says. “In that moment, it felt like my life had ended. I started thinking about my death and worrying about how my daughter would grow up without me.”

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