Episode 54: Kristen Dahlgren: From Breaking News to Breaking Ground in Breast Cancer Advocacy & Vaccination

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When Kristen Dahlgren walked away from the https://www.nbc.com/ news desk & into the realm of breast cancer advocacy, she lit a path for countless others to follow. Her foundation, the Cancer Vaccine Coalition , is more than just a passion—it's a pursuit of a world where breast cancer no longer looms over our futures. In our heartfelt discussion, Kristen & I, Jamie Vaughn, intertwine the threads of our own breast cancer battles, revealing the emotional landscapes we navigated & the unconventional symptoms that led us to life-saving diagnoses.
Strap in for a journey through the landscape of hope and innovation, as we chart the progress of the Pink Eraser Project's quest for a breast cancer vaccine. Together, Kristen & I dissect the groundbreaking work of Nora Disis M.D. & how her 30-year pursuit of a cancer vaccine could very well change the game. With the 'Give Us a Shot' campaign gaining traction and https://testthosebreasts.org/ set to launch, we underscore the urgency & importance of education, awareness, & the collective push toward turning the dream of a vaccine into reality.
By sharing our stories—Kristen's transformative fight & my own crusade for awareness—we aim to forge a community that's as resilient as it is informed. As we delve into the potential of vaccines to not only treat but also prevent this pervasive disease, we highlight how early detection & proactive health measures remain vital. This episode is an invitation to join us on the frontlines of a battle that is both deeply personal & universally imperative, armed with the most powerful weapon: HOPE.
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1. Empowering Breast Cancer Survivors Chat (00:00:01)

2. Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Support (00:09:26)

3. Breast Cancer Vaccine Funding and Collaboration (00:16:08)

4. Breast Cancer Vaccines and Hope (00:29:58)