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Sometimes things that you love have their time in your life, and then you part ways. Before my double mastectomy, I thanked my breasts for what they had given to me and my babies. I made my peace with them and then I said: “you’ve gotta go.” -Paula Campbell

You don’t have to go far to find a woman who has had breast cancer. As a nurse, Paula Campbell saw breast cancer through a different lens because she had to go from taking care of others, to allowing others to take care of her. A wife and mother, Paula was diagnosed in 2022 with stage 2-3 breast cancer. She endured 6 grueling rounds of chemotherapy, and although her breast surgeon originally recommended a lumpectomy, Paula fought hard for a bilateral mastectomy. “It’s one part of my story that I like to share, because I had to advocate for myself as a patient and as a nurse. Intuitively, I knew, my breasts had to go.” Leveled by chemo, Paula says: ““Chemo is very humbling. It will rock your soul. It gave me no choice but to accept the care of others around me. Thankfully, she connected with an incredible charity called The Ellie Fund www.elliefund.org and experienced the friendship, connection and sense of community this small but mighty non-profit is known for. Their mission? Supporting patients, funding care and providing hope. Says Paula: “I’m their self-proclaimed ambassador. I just can’t say enough about what they did for me.” Our conversation continues in part 2 of this powerful interview, where Paula reveals the loss of her health insurance as a nurse employed in the same hospital where she was scheduled to receive her breast cancer care. For 23 minutes of inspiration, just hit that download button. #breastcancer #womeninspiringwomen

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breast cancer survivor & podcaster

@erinomalleysfrequency

I’m not afraid of death. Something came to take me, and I beat it with faith and love. I have a second lease on life. -ErinO’Malley

This up close and personal interview with Boston broadcaster and podcaster Erin O’Malley www.erinomalleysfrequency.com gives you a birds-eye view into the life of a woman who leads with love. In part 1 of this interview, Erin shared the story of her early life in Pittsburgh, and her proclamation at 12 that she wanted to be a radio personality. After graduating from the University of Dayton, she began her climb from a small station in Wheeling, West Virginia to major market radio, landing in Boston at Mix 104.1 where listeners came to think of her as their friend. She and her husband were delighted to learn they were expecting a child and although her pregnancy was normal, her delivery was a nightmare and their baby boy had a stroke. Gabe survived, but at 6 months, required brain surgery and is severely disabled. Says Erin: “Everyday, Gabe shows me how to live a better life. He’s an angel on earth.” In part 2 we dive deeper into Erin’s success story and learn that in May, 2018, she felt a lump in her right breast and was diagnosed with stage 2, triple negative breast cancer. Throughout her treatment, her positivity was on full display. She wore a superwoman costume to chemo, handing out gifts to fellow patients. At work, she talked openly about her breast cancer journey, encouraging listeners to do breast exams. “Cancer hates positivity. Your attitude matters, so flip the script. Amazing things happen when you attack cancer with positive vibes.” In this interview, Erin also tells the story of what happened the day she lost the job she loved and then decided to find the silver lining and bring her positive vibes to the world of podcasting. For friends, family, fans and new admirers, this episode has all the feels. Follow Erin on Instagram @erinomalleysfrequency. #breastcancer #radio #womensupportingwomen

Month: October 2026

SBHS Paula Campbell, Part 1

nurse & breast cancer survivor

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Erin O’Malley Part 2

breast cancer survivor & podcaster

@erinomalleysfrequency