Shannon Miller, former gymnast, is the most decorated gymnast in U.S. history. She is also a cancer survivor.
With absolutely no symptoms, her cancer was discovered during a yearly pap smear. Ovarian cancer is called the silent killer. Most symptoms do not present themselves until it is too late.
The following article was brought to my attention by David Hass of the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance. For inspiration and information, please click on the title below.
And then schedule your yearly exam, if you haven’t already.
From Olympic Gold to Ovarian Cancer: Our Interview with Former US Gymnast Shannon Miller
What a great story. Who likes to get a PAP smear? No one. Stories like this are a great reminder of why they are important.
I remember watching Shannon in the Olympics
I’m three years overdue, so I will heed this warning and schedule.
Thanks!
I’ll be checking in to make sure you do!
That’s a company in the making. A personalized cervical alarm clock!