Listen to Your Body: A Breast Cancer Survivor’s Healing Journey
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a time when communities across the United States come together to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment. Each year, over 6,000 women in North Carolina are diagnosed with breast cancer, making it a critical health issue that affects countless families. In the Triad region, one woman’s journey serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of listening to your body and seeking timely medical care.
At Ebenezer Church of Christ in Burlington, 58-year-old Tina Williams finds peace and purpose. “Ebenezer is a safe haven for me,” Williams said. “When I moved here and I had to find a church to go to, I listened to several ones, but then when I heard Pastor Covington teach, I came here.”
Williams volunteers at the church as a receptionist and also cooks for the kids in the congregation. “I also drove the van for the kids,” she shared. Her dedication to her community reflects her strong sense of faith and commitment to others.
But in November of 2023, her life took an unexpected turn. Pain started in her right breast, prompting her to seek medical attention. “I went to the breast center and we did the mammogram,” Williams explained. The results confirmed stage 1 breast cancer. “I did not have a reaction because I already knew it from within,” she said. After two more mammograms, she learned the cancer was also in her left breast.
“That’s the reason why I say you have to know your own body. I could have pushed it off for two months before even calling a doctor, but I knew something was wrong,” Williams said. Despite having no family history of breast cancer, she credits her awareness and faith in God for helping her navigate this challenging time.
“When I asked him for his strength, he gives it to me. I don’t stay down too long. It’s very rarely I ever stay down too long,” Williams shared. Her resilience and determination have been key to her recovery.
Dr. Timothy Finnegan, an oncologist at Alamance Regional Medical Center, emphasizes the importance of regular screenings. “Seeing breast cancers at an earlier stage because of early detection significantly helps how we treat this. It’s much easier to treat at an earlier stage,” Finnegan said.
After her diagnosis, Williams went through a couple of surgeries. Today, she feels better and is living cancer-free. Her story highlights the power of early detection, personal awareness, and the support of loved ones and the community.
For those interested in learning more about breast cancer and the importance of mammograms, visit www.conehealth.com/breastcancer to explore resources on the disease. For information on scheduling an exam, go to www.conehealth.com/mammograms.
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