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ctober is breast cancer awareness month and this issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine is devoted to women who have cancer and for those who are survivors. It is hard to understand the emotional and physical pain this disease causes unless you have been through it yourself or with someone close to you. Both my father and sister had cancer. My sister is a two-time survivor of both uterine and breast cancer. Her faith, positive attitude and support from family and friends are what got her through this disease. The women we showcase in this issue who are cancer survivors did not allow this disease to stop them from pursuing their goals and dreams. Many have even said that surviving it has led them to start or join foundations or write books to help others fight the fight. Jaclyn Smith, our cover girl, is an award-winning actress, designer, businesswoman and role model. Her breast cancer was found through her yearly mammogram and led to a lumpectomy and radiation in 2002. She remains vigilant about her follow-up care. Jaclyn says her family has served as her inspiration and stresses that no one should go through cancer alone.