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Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives
Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives Jane Martinez didn't want anyone to know when she was first diagnosed with cervical cancer -- at least until she had a plan to fix it. But that wouldn't be easy. She underwent intense surgery known as a radical trachelectomy, which included the removal of her cervix and the lymph nodes in her pelvis.  While she looked forward to reclaiming life as a single mother, gymnastics coach and photographer,  when finally back at work, Jane found herself struggling.  "I thought I was okay, but I was having trouble handling my emotions," she said. For many people, receiving a cancer diagn…

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