In this enriching episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, host Talaya Dendy interviews Katrece Nolen, an AI consultant, speaker, and an 11-year stage three inflammatory breast cancer survivor. Katrece shares her remarkable cancer journey, emphasizing the significance of self-advocacy and the vital role of AI in customizing cancer care. Katrece discusses her book 'I've Been Diagnosed, Now What?' and underlines the importance of building a support system, researching treatment options, and utilizing AI tools to navigate a cancer diagnosis effectively. The conversation also covers disparities in cancer care and the urgent need for awareness and personalized healthcare solutions. Tune in to learn how Katrece’s insights are making strides in providing personalized cancer care.

✨Highlights from the show:

05:05 The Cancer Diagnosis Journey Begins

12:08 Navigating the Healthcare System

18:50 Family and Community Support

27:25 Making Critical Treatment Decisions

37:34 The Importance of Patient Advocacy

45:03 The Role of AI in Cancer Care

53:20 Becoming a Formidable Self-Advocate

Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v_TYa9y0kZmf03SKEfiRhNxyYUURkQvy/view?usp=share_link

Blog: https://bit.ly/nct-ibcblog

🧑🏾‍💻Connect with Katrece:

Website: https://www.katrecenolen.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrece/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/katrecenolen/

Book: https://a.co/d/6SStxlB

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