Yahoo Lifestyle 'The Office' Fans Flood Jenna Fischer With Support as She Shares Health News
October is breast cancer awareness month, and Jenna Fischer has courageously opened about about her breast cancer diagnosis. Best known for her role in The Office, the actress took to social media to share that she has been receiving treatment for the diagnosis since last December.
"October is breast cancer awareness month. I never thought I’d be making an announcement like this but here we are. Last December, I was diagnosed with Stage 1 Triple Positive Breast Cancer. After completing surgery, chemotherapy and radiation I am now cancer free," the actress shares.
As the post continues, Fischer discusses how a routine check-up turned her world upside down. "Back in October of 2023 I posted a photo of myself on Instagram preparing for my routine mammogram with a joking reminder to 'take care of your ticking time bags' a la Michael Scott. After inconclusive results on that mammogram due to dense breast tissue, my doctor ordered a breast ultrasound. They found something in my left breast. A biopsy was ordered. Then, on December 1, 2023, I learned I had Stage 1 Triple Positive Breast Cancer." She explains the severity of the diagnosis, and the treatment that she had to undergo. If she had waited six months longer, the cancer could have spread, and it would have been so much worse.
"I'm making this announcement for a few reasons. One, I'm ready to ditch the wigs. Two, to implore you to get your annual mammograms... I'm also sharing in hopes that it will be a source of support to any woman who is going through this right now," Fischer writes.
Jenna was flooded with support from fans and friends. Jennifer Garner wrote, "Congratulations, @msjennafischer!! I’m so grateful to know you’re on the other side and cancer free! 💗." HGTV star Jenny Marrs said, "Celebrating with you and grateful for your cancer free diagnosis! Such a good reminder for us all to advocate for our health! 💕" And Jenna's Office costar Angela Kinsey added, "I love you and I’m so glad you're sharing. I got your back, always. ❤️"
Thank you, Jenna, for sharing this and inspiring us with your bravery.
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