High Point, NC – Julia Gay was at home when a call from the Greensboro‑area breast cancer center changed her life. The center informed her that a biopsy taken after a routine mammogram had revealed cancer.

Gay, who has no family history of breast cancer and experienced no symptoms, was shocked by the news. “I remember thinking, ‘Julia, you have believed all your life that God never allows anything in your life that doesn’t have a plan or purpose, and this is no exception,'” she said.

Early detection saves lives

Thanks to advanced research and technology, the medical team was able to catch the disease at an early stage. “Had I not gone in, my story could have been totally different,” Gay added.

The cancer center quickly assembled a care team for Gay, including a surgeon and an oncologist, to develop a personalized treatment plan. Her experience highlights the critical role of regular screenings, especially during October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when communities across the Triad host walks and fundraisers to support research and patient care.

Health officials continue to urge women to schedule routine mammograms according to recommended guidelines, noting that early detection dramatically improves outcomes. For more information on screening locations and resources in the High Point area, residents can contact the local health department or their primary care provider.

Original reporting: WRAL Raleigh — read the source article.