Bridget Spence: A Story of Survival

Bridget Spence, diagnosed at the age of 21 with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, shares her personal story of survival and how Susan G. Komen helped her every step of the way. Bridget shared her story to nearly 1,000 representatives from Komen Affiliates, Partners and Grantees attending the opening session of the 2012 Susan G. Komen Leadership Conference.

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[danix454]

I read about her story and I just want to say I am so sorry she has to go through this. You are in my prayers, Bridget!

[pixistix26]

Bridget - Thank you for your courage and your inspiration. I am 1 year out from my own diagnosis of Stage IV breast cancer, at the age of 34. I had some family history, but do not have the BRCA gene. I also found an amazing doctor, and have been lucky enough to have been very responsive to chemotherapy.

Every day I join you in hoping, praying and working towards a cure.

[brownmi1]

Bridget is a great inspiration and reminder of why we dedicate so much time to Komen and The3Day!

[wendyp62]

Bridg...thanks for always being willing to tell your story. You have helped countless numbers of women with your honesty and courage. It's such a privilege to know you and be inspired by you on a regular basis. - Wendy P.

[bouncinbuckeyes]

Bridget is such an inspiration! I can't wait to meet her at the Washington D.C. 3 Day for the Cure. the3day.org/goto/rachelbrownDC

[ManeAngels]

Touching! As a 5-yr.breast cancer survivor, I empathize with you! Your story is touching and continues to show the need to not to bypass anyone simply because their situation doesn't fit into this mold. I applaud your courage!

[komensouthflorida]

Such an inspiration and a true testament to why we do what we do,day in and day out!