A Breast Cancer Thriver Shares Why Diversity Matters in Cancer Care with Nic Hyl

Nic Hyl is a fashion designer and cancer thriver. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2022, she along with her husband, set out to help others by creating a foundation that donates funds from the sale of selected products, to help women, men, and families battling the daily costs of breast cancer. Live Beautiful Nation Foundation launched on October 1, 2022.

✨A few highlights from the show:

1. Nic shared that the one thing she would have done differently was getting a second opinion. 

Some reasons to get a second opinion are a) To prevent a misdiagnosis. b) A diagnosis is not definitive. c) There can be more than one "right" treatment.

2. Black patients treated by Black doctors tend to fare better, and overall minority patients benefit from having minority doctors. (https://ro.co/health-guide/black-doctors/)

3. If you have doubts or concerns, never be afraid to ask how your race will affect the quality of care that you will receive.

🎗️Follow and learn more about Nic at:

Live Beautiful Foundation: https://www.livebeautifulnation.org/

Website: https://www.nichyl.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nic_hyl/

Live Beautiful IG: https://www.instagram.com/livebeautifulnation/ 

🦄About Me:

In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, out of the blue. I did not have any prior health concerns or issues. Fast forward, the dreaded cancer diagnosis opened my eyes, introduced me to my purpose, and lead me to where I am today.

As a Cancer Doula, I use my 11 years of experience with cancer to support and guide others diagnosed with cancer. Many people are not familiar with what a cancer doula is. Think of me as a personal patient advocate. Schedule a free 30-minute Meet and Greet call to learn more. https://bit.ly/OTOSDiscovery

Learn more about On the Other Side at https://www.ontheotherside.life/.

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