Our Scars Speak

Jackie Mierle shares her breast cancer story as a Hispanic Woman and Real Estate Agent. Jackie allows herself to be vulnerable while conveying stories about her family and private self-discoveries throughout her breast cancer journey. Jackie is a tenacious advocate for all cancers and mental health. She is a calendar ambassador (Ms. July 2023) and a Here for The Girls, Inc. board member. Also, she...

News Anchor Reba Hollingsworth with WTVR CBS 6 News, which covers Richmond and Central Virginia, shares her passion for bringing awareness about breast cancer and breast health as she continues covering stories on Buddy Check 6. Buddy Check 6 airs on the 6th of every month throughout the day on WTVR CBS 6. Buddy Check 6 covers stories regarding breast cancer awareness, survivor/thriver stories, an...

Donna Tucker shares her experience as a hospice chaplain. She provides her journey with ovarian cancer and caring for her mother after she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Before her mother's transition, she underwent a traumatic hospice experience, leading Donna to explore the profession of hospice care as a chaplain. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Yo...

Christina Miner shares her experience as a breast cancer survivor receiving care and her experience as a caregiver. She provides various tips that anyone can utilize to care for a loved one. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars Speak and Chris...

Robyn Towt is sharing her breast cancer journey and global advocacy. She co-founded the Global Patient Advocacy Coalition, also known as GPAC. GPAC works diligently to ensure patients receive adequate information regarding medical devices to guarantee they make the wisest choice for their overall health. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer:...

Erin Parrish shares her journey with triple-negative metastatic (Stage 4) breast cancer recurrence at age 35. She explains in detail what life has been like as a thriver and advocate before, during, and now. Erin has decided to cast down fear and worry and live. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administ...

Tamika Baker shares her journey with triple-negative breast cancer before, during, and now. Her message consists of advocacy and hope. Tamika desires all breast cancer survivors to continue to live and remain hopeful. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected wit...

Nakia Madison, LCSW is sharing how breast cancer can affect mental health, especially regarding PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Additionally, she shares her experience as a caregiver for her friends. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars...

Valerie Mitchell, a licensed professional counselor, shares her before, during, and now journey with breast cancer. She expresses how she navigated throughout her breast cancer treatment and what lessons she learned. Valerie wants everyone to know the importance of advocacy and having a joyful life. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None...

Our host Christina Miner shares tips for your first consultation with a breast surgeon. She shares her personal experience and information that should be provided during this first appointment. Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars Speak and Ch...

Dr. Espino shares her life before becoming a doctor and why she became a breast surgeon. She gives the audience a crash course in breast health and breast cancer. Topics of discussion were how to examine our chest, not just breasts; signs and symptoms of breast cancer or breast issues; genetic testing, grade and stage of breast cancer, markers, hormone receptors, imaging; how to prepare for first...

Hello listeners! Join us as we listen to our host, Christina Miner's story and plea for all people to advocate for themselves. This was video recorded prior to our podcast on Facebook and Instagram Live. However, we wanted to ensure everyone heard this valuable information. Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected wit...

This episode is an introduction to Our Scars Speak with the founder and host, Christina Miner. Initially, this episode was recorded on our YouTube Channel @ourscarsspeak. Mission: This platform provides a space for women and men who are breast cancer survivors and thrivers who desire to allow their mental and physical scars to speak openly about life before breast cancer, during, and now. Addition...