Layne Horwich was diagnosed with breast cancer just two months after turning 100, but by 101 she was already cured — and now she shares the secret to living a long and meaningful life.
Horwich’s story was shared by the medical group Endeavor Health, based in Chicago, USA, on their Instagram page and quickly went viral.
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“When 100-year-old Layne Horwich was diagnosed with breast cancer, she chose to undergo a lumpectomy on her right breast, as it was the solution that best suited her comfort and well-being,” the post explains.
“Guided by a team of specialists at Endeavor Health, including surgical oncologist Dr. Catherine Pesce, Layne returned to living as independently as possible and continues to spread peace, calm, kindness, and a touch of beauty and fashion to the world.”
In an interview with NBC, the doctor revealed that Horwich was aware of all treatment options and made the decision for surgery herself: “Many 100-year-olds would probably choose to do nothing, and we discussed that as an option,” said Dr. Pesce, head of the surgical oncology division at Endeavor Health.
“She did her own research and found out that the pill form of the medication could cause hair loss, and she told me she absolutely didn’t want that, because she goes to the hair salon every week,” the doctor explained.
For Horwich, age doesn’t matter — we should always be mindful of our health: “I played tennis regularly until I was 92. I try to do all the right things to stay active and healthy,” she said.
Horwich celebrated her 101st birthday in May and, according to the report, she recently passed her driving test.
She hopes her story inspires other women to take a more proactive approach to their health: “In my case, I was lucky to find Dr. Pesce. I encourage other women to stop living with something that bothers them or that might be a medical problem. Seek specialized care.”
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