The Warrenton women came to support others and to celebrate their remission. They were surprised to see people they knew, but had not known as cancer patients. But I know from personal experience it's such a big burden to carry. People are almost embarrassed to talk about it. It's like some heavy secret.
People have to become more aware.
I didn't find my cancer through self-exam. I was just leaning over a the tub bathing my son when I felt a small hard lump. I found it early. Tom Moore's discovery surprised even his doctor. I never expected it to be anything like breast cancer.