My Unsung Hero Jackie Briggs' Story
Oct 22, 2024
Jackie Briggs shares her life-changing experience with an attentive stranger, a nurse, who spotted a suspicious spot on her arm at a conference. This chance encounter prompted Jackie to seek medical help, leading to the early detection of melanoma. She reflects on the profound effect of this seemingly small act of kindness and how it saved her life. Jackie's story highlights the importance of everyday heroes and encourages listeners to appreciate the impact of paying attention to others.
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Stranger Spots A Life-Saving Mark
- Jackie attended a women's health conference that turned out to be a cosmetic-surgery pitch and was wearing a sleeveless dress when a stranger noticed a mark on her arm.
- A nurse named
Follow Up On Medical Checks Promptly
- Do follow up after medical visits and keep scheduled checks even when life gets busy.
- Try to act immediately on another person's concerned prompt about your health.
Urgent Nudge Led To Rapid Treatment
- The nurse urged Jackie to call her doctor immediately and not to wait, leading to fast follow-up care.
- That prompt action led to biopsies, surgery, and removal of a melanoma that likely saved Jackie's life.