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Christina Applegate was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008. She underwent a double mastectomy within three weeks and was declared cancer-free one month after receiving her diagnosis.
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Before undergoing breast reduction surgery, the doctor insisted that pop star, Anastacia, have a routine mammogram to rule out any complications. She was diagnosed with breast cancer at 29.
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This Sex and the City star, Cynthia Nixon, experienced the hardships of breast cancer when her own mother battled it twice. Nixon herself was diagnosed in 2006 and underwent a lumpectomy and radiation and announced she was cancer-free 2 years later.
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Since undergoing minimally invasive surgery and radiation treatments for Stage 1 breast cancer in 2006, the Grammy-winner, Sheryl Crow, has become one of the most outspoken celebrities against breast cancer.
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Wanda Sykes discovered her cancer while having breast reduction surgery. Diagnosed in February of 2011 with ductal carcinoma in situ in her left breast, Sykes underwent a double mastectomy and became a strong advocate for early detection.
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Grease star, Olivia Newton-John, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992.The mother of one underwent a modified radical mastectomy in addition to chemo.
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Actress and best-selling author, Suzanne Somers, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000 and sparked controversy when she opted for alternative treatment over chemotherapy.
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Singer, Carly Simon, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1997 and immediately underwent surgery to remove the tumor, followed by chemotherapy.
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Olympic figure skating champion, Dorothy Hamill, diagnosed in 2007, reported that years after undergoing surgery and radiation therapy to remove the cancer, she still feels side effects.
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The Today Show reporter, Linda Ellerbee, found her lump during a self-exam in 1991. Her doctor told her it couldn't be cancer because the lump was painful. By 1992, Ellerbee's cancer was confirmed by mammogram, and had both breasts removed.
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Melissa Etheridge found a Stage 2 tumor in her breast while on tour in 2004. She cancelled her concerts and underwent surgery followed by rounds of chemotherapy and radiation.
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This famed designer, Betsey Johnson, was diagnosed with breast cancer but also kept it a secret from the public.
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