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October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
I am a firm believer that God allows things to happen and people to be brought into our lives at the exact moment that we need them. Shortly after my 35th birthday, my belief became reality in a BIG way. Lying in bed one night, something reminded me that it was time to do my monthly self- breast exam. I was always very diligent about my self-exams, but this
time was different. I felt something the size of a peanut that would ultimately change my life forever. Suddenly I was not just a mom and a teacher; I was now also a fighter. Dr. Allison Wall, and
her staff at Hematology Oncology Partners were there with me every step of the way. Not only were they there to provide me with the best medical treatment possible, but they were there to listen, guide, and pray with me. I have the most amazing team
in my corner, and I thank God for them every single day. I would not have wanted things any other way. Eight years later, I am living, breathing proof that self-breast exams save lives, and nothing is impossible when you are surrounded by the best support system around.
~ Valerie Jalanivich
Allison Wall, M.D. Olivia Hightower, M.D. Stephanie Fussell, M.D.
1340 Broad Ave., Ste. 330, Gulfport 920 Tommy Munro Dr., Biloxi
835 Thames Ave., Bay St. Louis 1440 E. Central Ave., Wiggins 228-575-1234
Hematology Oncology Partners
Memorial Physician Clinics
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