From Track To Advocacy: Olympian Chaunté Lowe’s Mission To Fight Breast Cancer

Chaunté Lowe, a four-time Olympian and bronze medalist, is sharing her narrative following a diagnosis of triple-negative invasive ductal carcinoma, a notably aggressive form of breast cancer, in June 2019.At 34, Lowe began self-examinations after learning about a fellow Olympian diagnosed with breast cancer. During one examination, she discovered a small, painless lump. Her experience included a misdiagnosis, prolonging her confirmation of triple-negative breast cancer for almost a year. "The doctors misidentified it as a lymph node," she stated. "I'm thankful I didn’t wait for my first mammogram to get help."Lowe expresses gratitude for her vigilance and the strength gained through her athletic background, emphasizing the importance of listening to one’s body. As an athlete, she learned to heed warning signs, a skill she now encourages for all. Lowe’s remarkable journey from adversity to Olympic glory showcases resilience, further illustrated by her advocacy with the V Foundation. Her ongoing mission is to raise awareness and promote essential research for breast cancer.

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