Alice Greaves’ journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of trusting your instincts when it comes to health. At just 24, she was reassured by a doctor that she was “too young for breast cancer” after discovering a lump in her breast. Dismissing it as a muscle issue due to her active lifestyle, Alice felt all was well—until a friend’s diagnosis of breast cancer prompted her to push for further examination.
By the time she was officially diagnosed, the cancer was already at stage three. Despite undergoing a double mastectomy and extensive chemotherapy, the cancer had spread to her lungs and eventually her brain. Alice bravely faced emergency brain surgery in June and continues to battle this relentless disease.
Her story is not just about her struggle with cancer but also her determination to raise awareness. Alice urges everyone to listen to their bodies and demand a thorough examination if something feels off. “You know your own body best. If something feels wrong, pursue it,” she says. “Peace of mind is everything, even if it’s nothing serious.”
Alice’s story is poignant, an urgent appeal to trust your instincts and advocate for your health. No matter your age, if you’ve got a health concern, don’t hesitate to push for the care you deserve. Let’s stand with Alice, and fight for proactive healthcare.