The Blessings of DCIS

Nutrition CertificationIt’s been nearly four years since my journey with DCIS began. And while the beginning seemed to be a total nightmare — filled with extreme stress, overwhelm, confusion and fear  —  I now see the many blessings that this crazy DCIS has brought to my life… and to others. Here are just 3…

1.) DCIS fueled my motivation to study nutrition and its role in health and healing. I am now a Certified Nutritionist Consultant.

2.) DCIS inspired the birth of Donna’s Choice: Global Healing From The Inside Out  and DCIS 411.  Donna’s Choice is a Facebook group two friends and I co-created so that others could learn and share about natural, holistic health and healing. Today there are nearly 400 members.  DCIS 411 — my personal blog — has touched the lives of thousands of women diagnosed with DCIS.

3.) DCIS Redefined — a new website I co-created with Sandie Walters seeks to further support and empower women in making informed decisions with a unique focus on integrative solutions. I know this website and it’s many resources will provide a guiding light, much-needed support and peace of mind for women world-wide diagnosed with DCIS.

I am eternally grateful for the “angels” who have appeared to guide my journey and for the incredible support and encouragement I have experienced from friends and family.  And to the many women who share their stories, comments and appreciation. I will forever pay it forward. Thank you thank you thank you.

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About Donna Pinto

After being diagnosed with DCIS in 2010, Donna transformed her personal journey into a mission of advocacy and education. She became an investigative journalist and patient advocate, later earning certification as a nutritionist. As a nonprofit founder, author, speaker, blogger, and podcaster, Donna has dedicated over 15 years to empowering women with knowledge and support. Through her website, DCIS 411, she shares insights on DCIS overdiagnosis and overtreatment, safer breast imaging alternatives, and holistic strategies for achieving optimal health—impacting thousands of women worldwide.
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2 Responses to The Blessings of DCIS

  1. Erica David's avatar Erica David says:

    Congrats to you Donna, you have been a great inspiration and source of information for me in the face of a confusing and scary diagnosis. Because of the healthy regimes I’ve started since my first diagnosis 2 years ago, I’ve never felt better or stronger. Thank you for creating a community for learning. xo

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  2. AAA's avatar AAA says:

    Bless these blessings! Thank you Donna!!! and the countless other women who have shared their lives here.

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