October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month , an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer .
This year ’ s emphasis of the National Breast Cancer Foundation , Inc ., is .. RISE .
Are you ready to RISE ?
On the following pages , two Meridian area women — Ann Malone and Marie Thompson — share their inspirational stories of breast cancer survival .
We RISE to ensure every woman has access to the screenings she needs and the support she deserves . When we RISE , we — Rally In Screening Everyone .
Stories by Glenda Sanders , contributing writer Photos by Terrell Clark www . meridianstar . com
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