ATLANTA — Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal underwent successful surgery for Stage I breast cancer, the governor’s office said Monday afternoon.
Deal said a tumor was detected during her annual mammogram. Doctors were able to remove the tumor, and as a precautionary measure, Deal will begin chemotherapy treatments in the coming weeks to ensure complete remission.
“Since I caught it in its early stages, I am confident that the chemotherapy will yield successful results,” Deal said.
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In her statement, she thanked everyone for their support and encouraged all women to get an annual mammogram.
“In light of this, I encourage all women to be proactive about their health and see a medical professional for an annual mammogram. Nathan and I appreciate your thoughts and prayers during this time, and I look forward to continuing to read to students across the state,’ she said.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her as she recovers.
Because chemo causes hair loss, I took the next step in my journey by visiting the beauty shop. Despite a problem there's a solution! Tried and true by many women! pic.twitter.com/ULI8rJVY9f
— Sandra Deal (@GAFirstLadyDeal) February 16, 2018
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JUST IN: We've learned that Georgia First Lady Sandra Deal has undergone successful surgery for breast cancer. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers as she continues to recover. DETAILS: http://2wsb.tv/2DT70uL
Posted by WSB-TV on Monday, January 29, 2018
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