A Killarney woman who overcame breast cancer is urging women to attend all cancer screening appointments.
Marie Shannon from Lissivigeen was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023 after undergoing a routine mammogram.
She had no symptoms when she was diagnosed and praised the Breast Check screening for her early detection.
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Ms Shannon, who is now cancer free, says almost 30% of women don’t attend their screening when called.
October is breast cancer awareness month, and she wants women to be aware of the signs and symptoms.
Marie Shannon says women shouldn't be afraid to attend screening or get symptoms checked because early diagnosis is key:
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