Shannon Petroske, mother of three had it all, a loving family, an active life with her job and kids’ activities...and a family history of breast cancer. She always did self breast exams but followed her doctor’s advice to start mammograms at age 38. And thankfully so. The following year, Shannon was diagnosed with breast cancer.

“I’m so glad I talked to my doctor when I did,” she said. “Had I waited until 40, I fear I would not be where I am today.”

Between hockey, soccer and dance practice, Shannon makes sure never to miss important appointments.