Katie Couric Says She Was ‘Stunned’ After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Katie Couric talks about her new mission to educate women and save lives after revealing her breast cancer diagnosis. She talks about the importance of early detection and shares how she’s navigated her medical journey so far. “I just want to share what I’ve learned with other women,” she says.
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  • @rebeccacarlson9166
    @rebeccacarlson9166 Жыл бұрын

    So happy that celebrity women, like Katie, are sharing their personal stories to advocate for all women. Thanks Katie! 💕

  • @jansmith3158

    @jansmith3158

    Жыл бұрын

    many that took these experimental covid vx are now getting all types of cancer. Look up video "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" vid = he is exposing the govt lies & crimes with these experimental vx. see also "Dr Pierre kory how to detox from the covid vx'. see CDC VAERS = this is where over 1 MILLION ciitzens have posted their coivd vx injuries. CDC says only 1% have reported. pls write down & pass on.

  • @donnabaardsen5372

    @donnabaardsen5372

    Жыл бұрын

    @Jacqueline Lewis This post makes no sense.

  • @jangirard2525

    @jangirard2525

    Жыл бұрын

    So happy Katie is sharing her story! It is essential that we as women always get Breast Ultrasounds. Because, the Mammograms don’t always detect the tumor!

  • @lynnhill1014
    @lynnhill1014 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for getting the word out. A lot of women need to know about this. Had a baseline mammogram at 35. Diagnosed at 38. Missed a mammogram by 2 months. Diagnosed at 46. Abnormalities at 59. Diagnosed again in 2021. No family history and I don’t carry a cancer gene. I thank God that I am still here to tell the story. 💞

  • @crystalsnow1138

    @crystalsnow1138

    Жыл бұрын

    How are you doing currently? Are you in remission?

  • @lynnhill1014

    @lynnhill1014

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes. I am in remission. Cancer was caught early each time.

  • @oceansdeserts4446

    @oceansdeserts4446

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lynnhill1014 I'm so glad to hear that you are in remission, and thank you for sharing your story. I think a lot of women believe they are in the clear if they have no family history, when in fact most women who get breast cancer have no family history at all. When I meet women over 40, 50, 60+ who have never had a mammogram, I am in utter shock. It's such an easy test and the techs are always nice and as gentle as can be. Like with your story, catching it early is key. I hope your story motivates someone to schedule a mammogram today.

  • @samansiddiquie1902

    @samansiddiquie1902

    Жыл бұрын

    At what age should a woman ensure she goes for screening?

  • @oceansdeserts4446

    @oceansdeserts4446

    Жыл бұрын

    @@samansiddiquie1902 Here in the US, it was recommended that I start getting annual mammograms at age 40 as I have no family history. The American Cancer Society has changed the standard guidelines, but I'm glad I started at 40 and plan to continue annually once I'm 50 as I have very dense breast tissue. The 3D mammograms work better on dense tissue, but aren't perfect, so I also do self-exams. I don't do ultrasounds at this time. Thst have their own pros and cons, so my healthcare provider and I haven't added then for now and they likely aren't covered in full by my insurance, either.

  • @tunaharhar5666
    @tunaharhar5666 Жыл бұрын

    Cancer survivor here, best wishes Katie!! I had throat cancer and had to have my voice box removed, 34 days of radiation and chemo, then the surgery. two years later I guess I am OK, I cannot speak without my ElectroLyrnx thing but I am alive.

  • @blueseptember2174

    @blueseptember2174

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you are doing okay. Wish you better days ahead!

  • @GG-wp7jj

    @GG-wp7jj

    Жыл бұрын

  • @justagirlnamedshawn

    @justagirlnamedshawn

    Жыл бұрын

    Hugs to you.

  • @bestkksser
    @bestkksser Жыл бұрын

    If you are reading this there’s a reason……No matter how good or bad you have it,wake up each day thankful for your life.Someone else is desperately fighting for theirs ❤️🇧🇸

  • @robinbond7878
    @robinbond7878 Жыл бұрын

    My mom was diagnosed at 69 at stage 4. She also was late with her mammogram’s. She told her surgeon that God was going to heal her so that she wad going to be a survivor. She had a mastectomy and also had lymph nodes removed. She had to have chemotherapy for several weeks but she did survive and went on to live a good long life. She sadly passed away last June at the age of 88, not from breast cancer. It is survivable. Don’t skip or delay your mammogram’s.

  • @launaford4185
    @launaford4185 Жыл бұрын

    My cancer did not show up on my mammogram but I felt a small tiny sized lump next to my left nipple. Because my mammogram was clear I almost didn't mention the the spot. But I listened to my inner voice and mentioned it. The doctor felt it and did a biopsy that day. It was cancer. Mammograms are excellent but if you feel anything abnormal make sure you tell your doctor. Don't just depend on the mammogram.

  • @cheryllawrence2743
    @cheryllawrence2743 Жыл бұрын

    My Mom was diagnosed in her right breast within the 5 yrs. she developed cancer in her left breast. Both times she opted for mastectomy on each breast. She caught her cancer EARLY . She didn’t need chemo or radiation on them. She lived 22 yrs. post diagnosis. EARLY DETECTION IS KEY!!! Katie, you’ve got this. God is so good. 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼 I had a breast scar two yrs. ago. I have 2 clips in my left breast. Thank goodness my insurance covers 3D Mammograms. I too, have dense breast tissue. I have my Mammograms done annually. GET YOUR MAMMY’S LADIES 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

  • @meahdahlgren6537

    @meahdahlgren6537

    Жыл бұрын

    Will every woman is different

  • @StewartJames-kx6cf

    @StewartJames-kx6cf

    11 ай бұрын

    Hope she is fine now

  • @cheryllawrence2743

    @cheryllawrence2743

    11 ай бұрын

    So true Meah. Still early detection is key. Hence no poison treatment

  • @cheryllawrence2743

    @cheryllawrence2743

    11 ай бұрын

    Stewart, my Mom passed 22 years after breast cancer. She passed from heart disease from Diabetes. I’m doing great. My scare, happened to me around the same age as my Mom’s cancer diagnosis. Ty for your concern ♥️♥️♥️

  • @meahdahlgren6537

    @meahdahlgren6537

    11 ай бұрын

    @@cheryllawrence2743 😈

  • @jeanavery925
    @jeanavery9258 ай бұрын

    Ladies, do your self-breast exams regularly. My digital mammograms did not catch the lump I felt, or the smaller satellite lump near it, even after it went looking for it! Luckily I was diagnosed with early stage invasive cancer and have a great prognosis because I caught it early.

  • @sophiehearthi6998
    @sophiehearthi6998 Жыл бұрын

    I was diagnosed with stage 1 ovarian cancer 4 months before my 30th birthday. So now I encourage all young girls to get their annual health screening. Finished my 2nd round of chemotherapy today. Staying strong and hopeful for all of the cancer patients out there💪💪💪

  • @bloomwithjessika4960

    @bloomwithjessika4960

    Жыл бұрын

    Sending you prayers the chemo gets rid of the cancer! 🙏🏻 you got this!

  • @sophiehearthi6998

    @sophiehearthi6998

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bloomwithjessika4960 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @michellelemus27

    @michellelemus27

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sophiehearthi6998 I was in the same situation before my friend introduced me to a powerful prietess who prayed for me if you wish I will send you her contacts I’m completely healed rn

  • @pattieg2815

    @pattieg2815

    Жыл бұрын

    Be well. Thoughts and prayers are with you🙏🙏

  • @c.c.6930

    @c.c.6930

    2 ай бұрын

    I have only read your post today, I hope you are doing well darling.

  • @ivettewilson9808
    @ivettewilson9808 Жыл бұрын

    Ok, so glad that she is okay and that her treatment went so well. Unfortunately, for most women, even for those of us with full insurance, things don't go that smoothly. First of all, we get scheduled for a Mammogram and are sent home to wait for results. Then, if something is off, we get scheduled for a sonogram. Then, you wait more and then they schedule a biopsy. For most of us it doesn't happen the same day! Believe me, I have gone through this wait and see game 3 times. Even with a diagnosis of ADH and dense breast tissue and a treatment schedule of a mammogram yearly and an MRI scheduled once a year, I have to wait for subsequent exams and treatments. Nothing happens the same day. I guess what I am saying is that she got better treatment because of her name. This has to change!. If a woman has a mammogram and they see something then and there, the sonogram should follow immediately!.

  • @kellyjeanhogan9660

    @kellyjeanhogan9660

    Жыл бұрын

    You are so right! I’m going through this right now. ALWAYS hurry up & wait. So glad you weren’t treated like a number🤭

  • @same5952

    @same5952

    Жыл бұрын

    I suspect a lot depends on the type of insurance you have. Some like HMOs or Medicare "Advantage" will make you wait for endless approvals. Things were differend for me. I was diagnosed early this year and everything moved very quickly. Two days after abnormal mammogram I was in for magnified views and ultrasound, and the next day for biopsy. Ten days from diagnosis to lumpectomy and 2 weeks after that, I was in for daily radiation. Basically in 10 weeks I was done with all standard treatment. Good luck everyone!

  • @cindyadanene5965

    @cindyadanene5965

    5 ай бұрын

    I hear you. I am retired nurse who was diagnosed with Invasive Lobular Carcinoma. I had routine mammogram and was asked to go to another center to get ultrasound. I knew at that point something was going on. When doctor told me I needed biopsy. I then asked if it could be done while I was there. They were able to do it. Advocate for yourself always! Sometimes our schedules may be too full. I knew I had time to stay that day.!

  • @tomokitty2153
    @tomokitty2153 Жыл бұрын

    Most striking is the contrast in the immediate medical attention a celebrity gets in the US as opposed to us regular people who have to wait weeks for mammogram results . Then weeks for a biopsy followed by months for surgery.

  • @AvsFan32

    @AvsFan32

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m a regular person and I get my results within days

  • @LoveABun

    @LoveABun

    Жыл бұрын

    I was thinking the exact same thing. Incredibly unfair to the majority of women. Katie is no more important than any other woman who has a cancerous breast tumor. They ALL deserve the kind of attention and rapid response she got. As an 18 yr BC survivor, it makes me angry and sad.

  • @same5952

    @same5952

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm a regular person too. Got my mammogram results within 2 hours and biopsy was scheduled 4 days later. I got biopsy results the next day and had surgery 10 days after that. Three weeks of daily radiation after 2-3 weeks of healing from lumpectomy. All done in 8-10 weeks from initial mammogram to end of radiation. I think it may depend on the type of insurance you have (HMO / Medical "Advantage" or original Medicare and supplemental insurance). HMOs and Advantage will make you wait for approvals. It may also depend on where you live and your access to hospitals in your area.

  • @RC-mc6rc
    @RC-mc6rc Жыл бұрын

    Same exact thing happened to me only I was a more overdue. Waited till my vaccine took effect to catch up on all my appointments. My sister-in-law had the exact same thing only a few months later! I’m sure a lot of people were very late due to the pandemic! We were all afraid to go into medical facilities. I’m sure there are many who are still behind. I hope you speaking out helps them! I too am fine now pink hearts 💕

  • @maureencoyle666
    @maureencoyle666 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Katie for being such an advocate for all of us!!! What can we do to support your bill for insurance companies to cover the extensive medical costs for those withdense breasts? 🙏🏻💚☮️

  • @asmalltowngirl1900
    @asmalltowngirl1900 Жыл бұрын

    I missed my mammogram 3 years, and I went through about the same thing as Katie. I am cancer free 2 months & now they think I have cancer in my other breast now. I am a real advocate for mammograms & self checks. I am active with Susan Komen Foundation and other Breast Cancer Organizations now. I'm sharing my story every where.

  • @LoveABun

    @LoveABun

    Жыл бұрын

    I wish you successful treatment and a great life post-cancer! ❤️

  • @TheGypsyGirl77
    @TheGypsyGirl77 Жыл бұрын

    I was diagnosed at 34 I was a new mom. That was in 2011. I was Stage III. My cancer came back a few times but I was able to research meds to help treat it. I say we are all Thrivers. It doesn’t matter if you are diagnosed at Stage 1 or Stage IV breast cancer. You have to be your own advocate.

  • @justagirlnamedshawn

    @justagirlnamedshawn

    Жыл бұрын

    I am glad you are better

  • @harryseldon6712

    @harryseldon6712

    Жыл бұрын

    My guess is that you are dropping a hint that there are numerous answers, but all banned by ...

  • @harryseldon6712

    @harryseldon6712

    Жыл бұрын

    big pharma.

  • @larosemurphy7620

    @larosemurphy7620

    Жыл бұрын

    Wish you well

  • @elenasmartina478

    @elenasmartina478

    10 ай бұрын

    Just newer give up! May your loved ones surround you.

  • @jrbowdree1
    @jrbowdree16 ай бұрын

    I have a mammogram scheduled in two days and I confess I thought about postponing it, but not after watching this. I’ll be there! Thank you.

  • @bloomwithjessika4960
    @bloomwithjessika4960 Жыл бұрын

    So glad Katie is doing well! I am also a breast cancer survivor. I was diagnosed at 38. What Katie is saying about dense breasts is SO TRUE!! After finding my lump, I had an ultrasound and immediate mammogram (my first one ever since I am younger than 40). They then told me I had a “cyst” and if it grew larger or got painful, I could have it drained/aspirated. I returned a couple months for a follow up and the ultrasound showed that the “cyst” had almost doubled in size! It had started to hurt a couple weeks before my follow up but I was like well I guess I have to have it aspirated. After having my biopsy, and receiving my cancer diagnosis I went to see a oncologist. I was diagnosed with stage 2a triple negative breast cancer. For women with dense breasts…please ask for more intensive testing such as breast MRI or 3D mammogram. Plain ole mammograms are not enough for dense breasts. If my cancer had been caught on my first ultrasound and mammmogram…I probably would have been diagnosed at stage 1A. I underwent 16 chemotherapy treatments and double mastectomy with DIEP flap breast reconstruction. The chemo did a good job and I no longer had evidence of cancer at the time of my surgery. Thank God 🙏 Definitely screen yearly, ladies.

  • @veronicafruehauf1689
    @veronicafruehauf1689 Жыл бұрын

    Katie is correct about gene screening now covering so many more genes. My oldest daughter finally got her genetic testing since my breast cancers, yes both breasts 7 years apart, was due to the BRACA II gene. Her insurance covered the full cost of the testing. My youngest daughter got her testing right away, and both girls are clear.

  • @adrienneburton1793

    @adrienneburton1793

    Жыл бұрын

    How old are your kids when they were tested? I have BRCA2 gene as well.

  • @belleve5709

    @belleve5709

    Жыл бұрын

    So happy to hear your daughters are clear

  • @accesstotheredcarpet

    @accesstotheredcarpet

    Жыл бұрын

    I don’t have the gene and I’m 15 year survivor but my daughter who is now 33 tested positive for check 2 gene. Crazy that it can happen to anyone. With or without the BRACA gene.

  • @cardoclarke2494

    @cardoclarke2494

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm curious if your Doctors asked you to remove your breast after your first diagnosis?

  • @bloomwithjessika4960

    @bloomwithjessika4960

    Жыл бұрын

    @@adrienneburton1793 I have BRCA 2 and I have a 6 year old. My oncologist said he can get genetic testing after age 18.

  • @belleve5709
    @belleve5709 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie , you reminded me I'd forgotten in February I was suppose to have it done, then my best friend told me she found a lump and they scheduled her biopsy, I had mine done this morning. Best thing is because it's breast cancer awareness month I recieved 5 free gifts to take home. And the dr. Who did the filming said ,I was the only woman who didn't complain about how it hurt. I replied it would hurt a lot more if I waited too long and had to have them removed. Thank you for your encouragement to get it done!

  • @kathleenweinberg6442
    @kathleenweinberg6442 Жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear that Katie going through breast cancer there are lots of prayers

  • @kmerrillschaecher984
    @kmerrillschaecher984 Жыл бұрын

    My friend is 79 and never had a mammogram. I am amazed!!

  • @kjrussell8831
    @kjrussell8831 Жыл бұрын

    My mom’s non-invasive malignant breast tumor was found when she was 88 yrs old. It’s very important to Keep getting mammograms no matter if you are elderly!!!

  • @ninablackwell4792
    @ninablackwell4792 Жыл бұрын

    I'm a great fan of Katie's. Her delivery of so much information in a clear and concise way is appreciated and necessary. I am a 3 time cancer survivor (2 x breast and 1 x ovarian) and screening saved my life - 3 times!

  • @andreamiller6200
    @andreamiller6200 Жыл бұрын

    Katie's story is basically my story. I am a year farther out from treatment than she is and I have to say that I am rocking it at age 66 since so far, so good. Had ER/PR+ HER2Neu- stage 1A breast cancer in my left breast and I was recommended for lumpectomy and radiation rather than the bigger mastectomy surgery since there was no lymph node involvement and the cancer type did not require chemo. Just 5 years of an aromatase inhibitor and I am tolerating just fine so far (it has been near 11 months). The message about letting women opt to switch to every 2 years for a mammogram after age 55 is bass-ackwards. The risk of breast cancer INCREASES with age, and there goes early detection if you wait 2 years between mammograms. I am gratified at how well I feel a year past the surgery and the radiation. I will continue with yearly mammograms.

  • @thekirksiffs5285
    @thekirksiffs5285 Жыл бұрын

    Very similar to my own diagnosis almost 3 years ago. Even with early detection, it is still a scary thing to hear you have breast cancer. I am impressed that Katie has enough energy to attend the show. I had radiation too and it kinda knocked me on my rear for a long time. Thanks for sharing Katie! Early detection is so important.

  • @cheryllawrence2743

    @cheryllawrence2743

    Жыл бұрын

    The words breast cancer is very scary even with early detection. This was my Momma n my world was shattered with her diagnosis.

  • @thekirksiffs5285

    @thekirksiffs5285

    10 ай бұрын

    Yup, a week after I finished radiation, I was just napping all day. I was tired, and my chest too sore from radiation burns to have been up for much.

  • @shaunamartinez3461
    @shaunamartinez3461 Жыл бұрын

    Been there. 10 years on aromastase inhibitors after double mastectomy. Stage 3A (I think, never asked the dr) at age 42. Never stick your head in the sand. Face the fear and fight like a girl!

  • @indranihassan4513
    @indranihassan4513 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Katie Couric for your move to pass the breast ultrasound should be covered by the insurance company for some patients, I did my advocacy to do that and I survived from stage 2A. You are a legend and congress will hear you. I love you 💕

  • @t.k3025
    @t.k3025 Жыл бұрын

    6 months late for a screening is not that late. What we need to talk about is the toxic chemicals in cosmetics and hair products. Plastics are toxic, our clothes are treated with heavy chemicals. Screenings are very important, but we ignore the pesticides and chemicals in everyday life and especially in our food products. Remember the pizza boxes? All this effects us daily. I hope Katie Couric does well.

  • @missld6856

    @missld6856

    Жыл бұрын

    💯!!!!!

  • @eileenwatt8283

    @eileenwatt8283

    Жыл бұрын

    So true 1000%. This is what's happening and everyone seems to think cancer just developed on it's own. The generation before 1920s never had all these diseases and they lived a long life. They died of old age. I'm concerned about long term exposure to the radiation of the mammogram too.

  • @eileenwatt8283

    @eileenwatt8283

    Жыл бұрын

    Furniture and new cars too are toxic. People don't understand they should keep doors open to expell all that toxic odor. Exposure to barbecue cooking causes carcinogenic chemicals to be released too. Everyone is born with cancer cells but environment life style and genetics will trigger development of cancer.

  • @same5952

    @same5952

    Жыл бұрын

    Hormone-fed poultry and livestock. I now make it a point to buy hormone-free chicken and organic eggs. Expensive but worth it.

  • @bchmom03

    @bchmom03

    5 ай бұрын

    Agree for sure!! Radiation from mammograms can have a cumulative effect! The average age at diagnosis is 62, by that time a woman has had over 20 yearly mammograms, round up treated seeds and vegetables, many products are so toxic. @@eileenwatt8283

  • @pattimaia1
    @pattimaia1 Жыл бұрын

    I love Katie. She’s an awesome person

  • @dianafowler791
    @dianafowler791 Жыл бұрын

    Lots of Prayers for all women who have Breast Cancer. Glad Katie is doing well.

  • @jasonsandifer3250
    @jasonsandifer3250 Жыл бұрын

    Praying for Absolutely Complete Recovery and Complete Wellness, Well-being, Good Health for Katie Couric

  • @juliepeterson6639
    @juliepeterson6639 Жыл бұрын

    Big prayers for Katie, we need and love her so very much! Thank you for showing such honesty!

  • @kristysk81
    @kristysk81 Жыл бұрын

    Wow. I’m still young (early 40’s) but I’ve been delaying to make an appointment for my 2nd yearly mammogram. I think it’s time I make that appointment.

  • @marblegal7372
    @marblegal7372 Жыл бұрын

    Your story is so important, Katie, and how wonderful you’re already helping with new legislation. Couldn’t help but shed a few tears while watching and listening to you. Those dreadful words of a cancer diagnosis have to be devastating. You’ve got this! 💕💕💕

  • @juliedorn2203
    @juliedorn2203 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie - for being brave enough for sharing publicly. 💕💕 Prayers for continued healing and health. From one survivor to another. 💕

  • @PatchworkUSA
    @PatchworkUSA Жыл бұрын

    I was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer in 1992 and got excellent treatment. But the doctors said they were becoming very concerned because they were seeing younger and younger women with breast cancer and this was 30 years ago. Through a breast cancer support group and wider area breast cancer coalition, I knew of many women in their 30's-early 40's who had it - several other women in my neighborhood - all of us were moms raising kids. So women need to start watching for it before the age of 30 by getting a baseline mammogram against which future mammograms can be compared. Do it now.

  • @StewartJames-kx6cf

    @StewartJames-kx6cf

    11 ай бұрын

    Hope you're getting better now and healthy also

  • @pattieg2815
    @pattieg2815 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy Katie is doing well and that it was caught early. Pulling for you Katie. Wishing you continued good health.

  • @richq1318
    @richq1318 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! Very informative! My mom shouted out of the window the other day as she was driving off “I’m going get my mammogram. I’ll be back”. She had good results and I am glad she gets mammograms religiously! Ladies please get yours annually. We need you here.

  • @sueannamcphail3656
    @sueannamcphail3656 Жыл бұрын

    My mother was diagnosed at 87 and I was diagnosed at 60+. I also have been told many times I have dense breasts. Was told when it was found it may have been there 4 years before seen on mammogram. Thank you for advocating for women.

  • @juliadandry-richards3355
    @juliadandry-richards33559 ай бұрын

    Katie because of you Ihad my first Colonoscope. I was so grateful for that. Prayers for your improved health. Julia Dandry-Richards

  • @deniseneppl3655
    @deniseneppl3655 Жыл бұрын

    Awe lots of prayers to you beautiful Katie ! You got this !

  • @almonasaable
    @almonasaable Жыл бұрын

    I am coming up on being a 2 yr breast cancer survivor. I had 30 days of radiation.

  • @Leahd501
    @Leahd501 Жыл бұрын

    I went through a similar experience and thankfully had the same outcome. So happy to hear that Katie is doing well and is now a surviving warrior sister .

  • @tinaerniemycatsnotfromhell3603
    @tinaerniemycatsnotfromhell3603 Жыл бұрын

    ♥️something in common “ we all still here “♥️ That is very powerful words that I needed!! Thanks for sharing your story 🙏

  • @kathe.o.
    @kathe.o.7 ай бұрын

    WARRIOR WOMAN. PINK LADY. ADVOCATE & HERO!

  • @debbiiesiken2686
    @debbiiesiken2686 Жыл бұрын

    I also put mine off for an extra 6 months. Thank goodness I did not put it off longer. I had the same diagnosis as Katie. My 1 yr. anniversary is next week. I felt no lumps, so just because you don't feel one does not mean you are in the clear. Hugs to everyone going through treatment...

  • @same5952

    @same5952

    Жыл бұрын

    I had my mammogram 1 day after my 1yr anniversary. I was diagnosed with stage II after getting clear mammogram exactly 1 year before. I felt no lump either. Cancer is sneaky like that.

  • @AnaTai3
    @AnaTai3 Жыл бұрын

    Today made my appointment, 4 months past yearly date - as I am over 60, I was intending to skip and begin having mammo every 2 years. I seemed to remember that they recently noted that I have 'dense breast tissue' and I asked today on phone and she checked and sure enough it was noted on my 2021 report. So now, I think, it'll be every year for me......Thank you so much Katie!!!! 😘

  • @brendamotley466
    @brendamotley466 Жыл бұрын

    God bless you Katie. Thank you for sharing your strength and courage.

  • @vickishirley4491
    @vickishirley4491 Жыл бұрын

    Praying for you and your journey.

  • @anandguruji83
    @anandguruji83 Жыл бұрын

    GET WELL SOON KATIE COURIC

  • @anandguruji83

    @anandguruji83

    Жыл бұрын

    GET WELL SOON KATIE COURIC

  • @jeanashchuchinov6593
    @jeanashchuchinov6593 Жыл бұрын

    So proud of you Katie

  • @Katsem
    @Katsem Жыл бұрын

    Ladies, please find out which facilities in your area have the newest/best imaging machines and go there. I was unknowingly getting my mammograms at a facility that had outdated imagining equipment. I’m sure some women sadly got diagnosed too late because of that. My cancer surgeon told me that my mammograms looked like those he’d seen 30 years ago. Then he showed me a mammogram of another patient with a number of tiny cancers and it was so much clearer than mine. I had been “watched” me for 18 months, and came was told every 6 months it was benign. My diagnosis came after I began to feel pain, and then a biopsy was ordered. What was supposedly a 7 mm benign cyst had grown into a 2.5 centimeter cancerous tumor in 18 months. That was the lab result from the mastectomy, the mammogram never showed the whole thing. That was 7 years ago. I was lucky it wasn’t as aggressive as some tumors.

  • @danielhalconb2466
    @danielhalconb2466 Жыл бұрын

    Sending love and light to you Katie!!!!!

  • @lflo8087
    @lflo8087 Жыл бұрын

    This happened to show up on my feed on 02/17, my needed date was 02/16, thanks for the reminder Katie.😊

  • @jbtpa895
    @jbtpa895 Жыл бұрын

    Hope that everyone gets the same rapid care that Katie did! The rest of us don't have a Doctor with us, don't ever talk to a radiologist,we have a tech and have to wait for contact.

  • @janeleslie4192

    @janeleslie4192

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes I had to rewind the video because I wasn’t sure I heard correctly. Hopefully all women get that rapid response.

  • @rosejohnson452
    @rosejohnson452 Жыл бұрын

    This info is terrific to hear. I agree we need timely followup of ultrasound. Thank you for your support.

  • @dianad3080
    @dianad3080 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the reminder, setting up my appointment tomorrow.

  • @tlbrooklyn
    @tlbrooklyn Жыл бұрын

    What they don't mention is that mammo appointments are backed up for months since the pandemic. I was due to have mine in June and they can't take me until November. And I've had breast cancer.

  • @janetscott5252

    @janetscott5252

    Жыл бұрын

    Your Oncologist should order as an emergency with your history.

  • @lindamaltese5853
    @lindamaltese5853 Жыл бұрын

    I get my mammogram every year do not miss it... but when the pandemic 2020 my primary doctor told me to skip my mammogram because of covid and I had to go to the hospital to get tested she thought my chances of getting covid was alot ...I did not listen to her I still went for my mammogram...ladies never put it off its sooooo important to go... thanks Katie n sooo glad ur doing better. God Bless ✝️🙏

  • @ephill3
    @ephill3 Жыл бұрын

    While I am so grateful that major advances are being made in the treatment of BC, how about trying to figure out why this disease is so rampant in women in this country? What is causing this? This is just so incredibly scary!!

  • @bchmom03

    @bchmom03

    5 ай бұрын

    PREVENTION should be TOP priority. We are ALL Aware of BC! My DCIS was found during a breast reduction after clear mammogram. I chose a dbl mastectomy and invasive lobular was found in the other breast! It was only 4mm, usually ILC is not found until it is quite large and already well advanced. It grows in a singular line and rarely seen on mammograms. I lived in FL during covid and I was not late getting my mammograms, but they were always clear. Just FYI, US and MRIs need to be done for certain types to be seen. ILC does not form a lump. I had NO Risks other than being a woman over 50. There are women in their 20s getting breast cancer!! I am not taking an aromatase inhibitor,(estrogen blocker) the side effects are not something I can deal with. Women need some estrogen to have quality of life. Osteoporosis, broken hip, suicide ideations from the treatment meds is Not something to take lightly either.

  • @b.snow-fotomkr6132
    @b.snow-fotomkr6132 Жыл бұрын

    Annual mannograms are so important. Like Katie, I have dense breast and I was diagnosed with Stage 1A in July, almost identica test results to Katie. l. Lympectomy this past August and I begin Radiation next week. It was only 15 months between tests and the cancer was not found on the prior mammogram. That is a quick time for it to develop. I consider myself to be so lucky.

  • @roxannedefrancesco6149
    @roxannedefrancesco6149 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent work, Katie, Hoda and Savannah! Katie, thank you for your work. This SPECIFIC information is critical and should be discussed more publicly. Thank you for your advocacy.

  • @debbiebrooks3473
    @debbiebrooks3473 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so sorry about your cancer. God bless you. ♥️🙏🏼🙏🏿🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏♥️

  • @phoenixxlifestylebeauty8189
    @phoenixxlifestylebeauty8189 Жыл бұрын

    Love you Katie. Wishing you the very best! ❤️

  • @dianee.hockett8238
    @dianee.hockett8238 Жыл бұрын

    A comment for Katie.. mammography tech here. Yes, insurance companies need to pay for additional screening tools, but there are SO MANY insurance companies that still do not pay for 3D!! We’ve had the technology for 10 years!! Ask the congress woman you are working with to address that. So many woman choose 2D mammograms because that’s all their insurance companies will cover. Several patients this week mentioned your name. You are doing good work and saving lives. Good luck to you. 🙏🎀

  • @veenao3149
    @veenao3149 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie💜

  • @kathe.o.
    @kathe.o. Жыл бұрын

    GOD BLESS you Katie, 💖 much love. So glad yours is treatable.

  • @oblivion2967
    @oblivion2967 Жыл бұрын

    Love Katie Couric! Glad she caught it early and sounding out the message again on cancer. I have a lump on my left breast that needs to be looked at every 6 months.

  • @Jojo-ow1ml
    @Jojo-ow1ml Жыл бұрын

    Katie, thanks so much for being an advocate for this cause! As someone who has dense tissue, I'm hoping this will happen very soon! Having an ultrasound should fall under preventative care the same as a mammogram if you have dense breast! Stay well and keep up the good fight!

  • @heavenlypickler
    @heavenlypickler Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing such a priceless experience ❤️.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 Жыл бұрын

    Peacefully family and Children

  • @hestergreen2031
    @hestergreen2031 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie. We love you. We know how a wonderful survivor you are. Thank you for your spirit.

  • @silverkeys
    @silverkeys Жыл бұрын

    My doctor said that the major growth of the cancer is in the first few months so early detection is key to prevent it from advancing.

  • @whatsupw9017
    @whatsupw901711 ай бұрын

    Thank you ❤ blessings

  • @carolbruno7731
    @carolbruno773110 ай бұрын

    💐💐💗💗💐💐🙏🏻🙏🏻 my cousin got pre-empted 8 months due to the pandemic and went for routine screening and was found to have triple positive breast cancer!

  • @gretteltriana9075
    @gretteltriana9075 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your information and for being an advocate very important information for women to know.

  • @sherryobar5750
    @sherryobar5750 Жыл бұрын

    The best to you always! 💖

  • @jenniferreneegarnes-colema9936
    @jenniferreneegarnes-colema9936 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this story! So empowering !

  • @jillcook9334
    @jillcook9334 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Katie! Please share what we can do to support the bill for insurance companies to cover ultrasounds for those with dense breasts.

  • @adrianagonzalez8868
    @adrianagonzalez8868 Жыл бұрын

    God bless you … I will check with my doctor on my mammogram findings

  • @petit-four1404
    @petit-four1404 Жыл бұрын

    Blessings to Ms. Katie!

  • @gavinballin2323
    @gavinballin2323 Жыл бұрын

    I like the way Katie speaks very direct no frills. She don’t play!

  • @Sarappreciates
    @Sarappreciates Жыл бұрын

    Ever since my stage 4 diagnosis in 2020, I have so many questions when I meet other cancer patients! I want to know stage, grade, and all the dope. (Literally, we cancer patients tends to discuss meds on the regular!) I don't mean to be nosy, but it gives a much clearer picture of what they've likely been through. Thanks to Katie for being public about this! She's a genuine survivor!! Keep in mind pro-life means pro- Planned Parenthood for their mammogram program!

  • @larosemurphy7620

    @larosemurphy7620

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you had turkey tail mushroom

  • @Sarappreciates

    @Sarappreciates

    Жыл бұрын

    @@larosemurphy7620 I'm confused about Turkey Tail. It's supposed to increase immunity, but I'm on immunotherapy to REDUCE my immunity with chemo. Isn't turkey tail the opposite of that? I'll ask my oncologist what she thinks. Thanks for the advice!

  • @buglove515
    @buglove515 Жыл бұрын

    What a strong group of women! And can I say Katie is still absolutely a stunning beauty!

  • @blumberg1982
    @blumberg1982 Жыл бұрын

    Wow I had no idea! I’m so glad she’s okay.

  • @missybunch1922
    @missybunch1922 Жыл бұрын

    I made my appointment!

  • @ramonaderrick3236
    @ramonaderrick3236 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie… I have shared on all my platforms

  • @donnawatson845
    @donnawatson845 Жыл бұрын

    Bless you Katie. Hope your health improves

  • @jamiedefrancisco9177
    @jamiedefrancisco9177 Жыл бұрын

    I was diagnosed with Stage 1B breast cancer when I was 59. I had never skipped having a mammogram I had one every year..until the Pandemic hit. Although they assure me that they don't believe that my tumor wouldt have been there even if I had had my mammogram in 2020, it was two years since I had had one when my cancer was discovered in 2021. So I feel that it is important to have a mammogram every year. I did not even have a lump so without that mammogram...

  • @normacooper6377
    @normacooper6377 Жыл бұрын

    So glad Katie was willing to share this information & talk to a Congresswoman about legislative advocacy for women on this topic. We need to follow up on this topic ourselves with our own local reps, too.

  • @laylaali5977
    @laylaali5977 Жыл бұрын

    I wish her the best

  • @linapagliari8003
    @linapagliari8003 Жыл бұрын

    Sending prayers to u Katie may god bless u with a speedy recovery 😔🇨🇦🇨🇦❤

  • @nanfrostsfashionfocusstyle6250
    @nanfrostsfashionfocusstyle6250 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the reminder! I was due and so I picked up the phone and made the appointment.

  • @genjamescmcconville8868

    @genjamescmcconville8868

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, I'm General James Charles McConville from Quincy, Massachusetts, I'm presently in Ukraine helping with Heavy war machines, weapons, Are you from the states 🇺🇸?

  • @nancycurtis488
    @nancycurtis488 Жыл бұрын

    Dear Katie…..You look wonderful! So glad you are doing so well.

  • @kathyropa6174
    @kathyropa6174 Жыл бұрын

    God Bless you Katie!

  • @dorotheawinn1506
    @dorotheawinn1506 Жыл бұрын

    Love Katie Curic!! Amazing News Reporter & Bright Light On Camera!!🧡

  • @anitaroberts5980
    @anitaroberts5980 Жыл бұрын

    Katie, thank you for sharing your story!

  • @elissahoran1130
    @elissahoran1130 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Katie !!!!!!! God Bless you !!!!!!!!!

  • @loritagreene1075
    @loritagreene1075 Жыл бұрын

    I can totally understand that emotion. It’s how I felt last year.

  • @bww1267
    @bww1267 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Katie!