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Veronica Gomez opened up about her breast cancer journey, joining thousands of survivors whose willingness to speak out has helped push survival rates above 90%. Her story offers hope during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
A 19-time marathoner diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer didn't let treatment stop her running. Now in remission, she's founded a support group helping other women fight back through fitness.
Elvia Gibbs, a breast cancer survivor from McAllen, Texas, traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate for cancer research funding and better access to clinical trials that could save lives. Her medication came from research made possible by trial participants like Ashlynn, whom she met and tearfully thanked.
A global automotive tech company just broke ground on a massive manufacturing facility in South Texas that will create 500 high-skill jobs and transform the region's economy. The $225 million investment marks one of the largest industrial projects in Rio Grande Valley history.