Breast Cancer Survivor From Montco Encourages Early Screenings: Report

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Local resident Tomika Bryant was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 40 years old nearly a decade ago.

Today, after being in remission following surgery and radiation treatment, the Montgomery County woman spends her time encouraging others to get breast cancer screenings since early detection is key for surviving the disease.

Bryant, who also makes gift baskets for woman going through breast cancer treatment, recently told her story to the team at CBS Philly.

Check out the entire CBS Philly article here.

October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign designed to inform people about the disease, its potential treatments, and how to cope with a breast cancer diagnosis.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation offers a plethora of information on its website for anyone interested in learning more.