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My Breast Cancer Story: A Personal Note for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Oct 02, 2026, 8:44 PM • Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga
Summary
Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga shares her personal breast cancer journey to highlight the importance of early detection and accessible care. Diagnosed in 2015 with Stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma, she underwent aggressive treatment and emphasizes the value of honesty with family and community support. She encourages regular screenings and advocates for making healthcare more affordable and accessible. Additionally, she promotes Bay Area Compassion Week to foster community care, announces the De Anza Mobile Health Center offering COVID and flu vaccinations, and highlights efforts to protect seniors from fraud through recent seminars and resources.
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Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support for accessible and affordable healthcare
- Advocacy for regular breast cancer screenings
- Promotion of community engagement through Compassion Week
- Prioritization of senior fraud prevention
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- Breast cancer screening and treatment access
- De Anza Mobile Health Center vaccination services
- Senior Fraud Prevention Seminar
Meetings and events mentioned
- Bay Area Compassion Week (October 3–11)
- Senior Fraud Prevention Seminar (September 28 at West Valley College)
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