Breast Cancer: What Are the Real Odds Without a Family History? with Know Your Lemons Founder Dr. Corrine Ellsworth-Beaumont

I’m thrilled to welcome Corrine, the founder of the global Know Your Lemons foundation, a unique organization dedicated to breast cancer prevention. Corrine and I discuss the importance of early breast cancer detection and how her Know Your Lemons visual “lemon campaign” is spreading life-saving education globally. We also share her viral 12 Signs of Breast Cancer image that has been viewed by more than 1 billion people. Don’t miss out on this inspiring episode that highlights how one person’s mission is helping millions of women know and love their lemons. Please join us and get to know yours too!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [00:58] Introduction to the Know Your Lemons Foundation: Corrine discusses how the foundation’s mission is focused on early breast cancer detection.
• [02:09] Corrine’s Story: Corrine tells how losing two grandmothers and her best friend to breast cancer inspired her to create a global education campaign that address the three main barriers to breast cancer awareness.
• [06:35] How the 12 Signs of Breast Cancer Image Went Viral: Corrine explains how her image of 12 lemons describing the 12 signs of breast cancer went viral, reaching over 1.85 billion people.
• [09:40] Spencer’s Breast Cancer Story: Spencer shares her own journey with early-stage breast cancer in 2023. She also shares her involvement in the Know Your Lemons “Lemonista” program, where she teaches as a “Lemonista”
• [13:11] Misconceptions, Mammograms and Mutations: Corrine and Spencer talk about the main misconceptions of breast cancer, the importance of mammograms and new information about genetic markers such as the BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.
• [22:55] The Know Your Lemons App: Corrine shares features of their award-winning mobile app and how it’s saving lives.
• [27:52] Spencer Shares the 12 Signs of Breast Cancer
• [35:09] How to Help the Foundation: Corrine gives clear directives if you’re interested in helping the Know Your Lemons foundation.

TOP TAKEAWAYS:

• Download the Know Your Lemons App: A free resource available on iOS and Android that offers clear and direct life-saving information.
• Learn the 12 Signs of Breast Cancer: Understanding the symptoms beyond hard lumps can save lives.
• Early Detection is Key: Regular screenings and self breast exams can detect breast cancer at its most treatable stages. Don’t wait!
• Spread Awareness: Sharing resources like the Know Your Lemons app and image could help someone you love catch symptoms early and save their life.

RESOURCES

• Visit the Know Your Lemons website
• Download the Know Your Lemons Mobile App
• Book a Breast Health Session with “Lemonista” Spencer Moore
• Get Involved With The Know Your Lemons Foundation

GUEST BIO: Corrine Ellsworth-Beaumont has been featured on CNN, BBC News, ITV, various radio stations and numerous publications in the health, beauty, medical and design fields. She is an advisor for the World Health Organization’s Global Breast Cancer Initiative, a member of the World Cancer Day campaign committee, and frequently presents at global conferences, such as the United Nations Conference and the World Cancer Congress discussing equitable ways to empower patients, particularly women, to better navigate breast health. She lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA with her daughter and dog Daisy. She’s a dual citizen of the USA and UK.

About Host Spencer Moore:

Spencer Moore, founder of The Hairy Chin, is a passionate advocate for patient education, female empowerment, and authentic patient stories that inspire and inform women on their health and wellness journeys. She shares practical advocacy skills, authentic patient stories, and conversations with medical professionals that motivate and guide women navigating their health, making her a trusted voice in women's wellness.

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