Surviving Breast Cancer: Marguerite Jones on Resilience, Self-Advocacy, and the Unique Challenges for African American Women

The Scoop with Tanya Flanagan

Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion with Marguerite Jones, a two-time breast cancer survivor, on her journey and experiences. Jones was diagnosed with stage two triple-negative breast cancer in 2004 and later with hormone-positive breast cancer in 2016. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, proactive health management, and the unique challenges faced by African American women with breast cancer. Jones discusses her emotional responses to her diagnoses, the impact of her treatments, and her involvement with the Sisters Network. Flanagan highlights the diverse experiences of breast cancer across different ethnicities and the need for personalized medical approaches.