Empowering Health: Valerie Mendiburur’s Journey

When it comes to health, awareness can be a powerful tool. Valerie Mendiburu’s inspiring story, recently featured on PBS, lights the path toward empowerment and proactive health management and highlights the importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer.

In 2018, Valerie made a pivotal decision that would change her life — a decision rooted in trust and proactive health care. She opted for genetic testing. The results revealed that she carried the PALB2 gene mutation, a genetic factor that increases the risk of developing breast cancer by 35% by the age of 70. This news could be daunting, but for Valerie, it was the catalyst for informed decision-making.

See more of Valerie’s story in the video below.

Valerie’s story serves as a powerful reminder: the decisions we make today can pave the way for a healthier tomorrow. In a world where we often feel overwhelmed by uncertainties, Valerie’s experience encourages us to embrace knowledge and take ownership of our health journeys. Early detection and proactive action can truly be transformative.

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