How does one turn a personal battle into a mission for societal good?

Michelle Holland's experience with cancer has evolved into advocacy for early detection and patient support. As a cancer survivor working at Siemens Healthineers, she promotes advanced mammography for earlier diagnosis. Her story underscores the power of self-advocacy and resilience.

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Key Questions Answered

1. What motivated Michelle Holland to share her personal story of battling cancer?

2. What is Michelle Holland's current profession, and how does it relate to her cancer journey?

3. Did Michelle Holland have any genetic markers for cancer?

4. How did Michelle Holland manage her time during chemotherapy?

5. What coping mechanism does Michelle Holland emphasize for those undergoing treatment?

6. How does Michelle Holland use her personal experience in her professional life?

7. What is cold capping, and why does Michelle Holland advocate for it?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Cancer treatment journey with surgery, chemo, complications.

04:09 Cold cap preserves hair during chemotherapy treatment.

06:38 Pre-chemo preparation involved hair-wetting.

11:10 Surgery affirmed my strength; I hosted Thanksgiving.

13:07 Excited: selling revolutionary mammogram machine at Siemens.

17:12 Sharing my story promotes women's health prioritization.

19:37 Visit Paxman website; insurance might cover cost.

23:47 Fundraiser supports hidden costs of treatment.

28:44 Machine improves comfort and tech accessibility during mammograms.

29:39 Get early mammogram; everyone's cancer is unique.