Episode 410: The Gift of More Time

Winnie Marquart, a member of the SC Johnson family and a three-time breast cancer survivor, has been through 27 years of diagnoses, treatments, recurrences, and uncertainty, but she has also experienced something else: more time. Winnie credits advances in research and treatment with giving her more moments with the people she loves and more opportunities to make a difference. On today's Real Pink, Winnie is here to talk about what the 27 years have taught her about resilience, gratitude, advocacy, and hope — and why she believes no woman should have to delay potentially lifesaving care because of cost.

Takeaways

Advances in breast cancer research and treatment have allowed Winnie to live longer with metastatic breast cancer
Hope and resilience helped Winnie navigate three breast cancer diagnoses over 27 years
Early detection and affordable mammograms are essential, and no one should have to delay potentially lifesaving care because of cost

Chapters
00:01 – Winnie's 27-year breast cancer journey

00:03 – Three diagnoses and the impact on her family

00:13 – How research and treatment advancements gave Winnie more time

00:17 – Breast cancer T-shirts and keeping her family hopeful

00:23 – Advocacy, early detection, and hope for the future

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Real Pink, by Susan G. Komen, shares real stories and expert insights to support people navigating breast cancer, from diagnosis through survivorship.

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