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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.

Bye-Bye Mammograms: Hello SonoCiné Ultrasound

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Donna Pinto

“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” – Albert Einstein As more and more studies reveal the sad truth about mammograms, many women are left wondering what to do. We all want better, safer and … Continue reading →

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DCIS Decision-Making — What Makes Us Different?

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Donna Pinto

Why is it that a majority of women diagnosed with DCIS choose the path of “standard” aggressive treatment (mastectomy or lumpectomy plus weeks of radiation and years of “prevention” drugs), while a small minority say “NO WAY — this is … Continue reading →

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Donna’s Official “Better-than-Awareness” Checklist

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Donna Pinto

“Breast cancer is a dominant fear for many women. Fortunately, it’s also largely a preventable disease with the right diet and a healthy lifestyle. Contrary to what most people hope for, early detection by mammography causes more harm than good. … Continue reading →

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The Downside of Mammograms – What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling You

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Donna Pinto

Peter Gotzsche, M.D., author of Mammography Screening: Truth, Lies and Controversy, states, “Screening saves probably one life for every 2,000 women who go for a mammogram. But it harms 10 others. Cancerous cells that will go away or never progress to … Continue reading →

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Donna’s Story Featured in Women’s Health Magazine

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Donna Pinto

Click here to read: ‘Why I Refused to Get Treatment When I Was Diagnosed with Breast Cancer’ “Everyone has the association that cancer is a death sentence.” “You’re backed into a corner because of unknowns. My doctor said, ‘Don’t be … Continue reading →

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On the Radio — Donna on “High Energy Health”

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Donna Pinto

It was an honor to share my story and passion with Dawson Church on his radio show “High Energy Health.” To listen, click here and scroll down to 9/8/2016 Donna Pinto – Give Wellness. Alternatively, click here for direct link to the … Continue reading →

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Esserman & Hwang: TIME’s Top 100 — (And My Top 10!)

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Donna Pinto

What a major milestone this is! Laura Esserman and Shelley Hwang — named to the 2016 TIME 100 Most Influential People in the World! Why are These Doctors in My Top 10? From the day I received a DCIS diagnosis and I … Continue reading →

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Inspired to Give Back

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Donna Pinto

Give Wellness is my new nonprofit venture. This project is inspired by all that I have learned since being diagnosed with DCIS in 2010. The mission of Give Wellness is to give Free Wellness Workshops and Scholarships to under-served schools, individuals and groups. Programs … Continue reading →

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DCIS Over-treatment Makes Mainstream News — 2015 Highlights

Posted on November 22, 2015 by Donna Pinto

The media madness began in August 2015 following the publication of the most extensive study to date on DCIS in the prestigious medical Journal JAMA Oncology. The study of over 100,000 women concluded there was no “life-saving” benefit to “standard … Continue reading →

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Women Empowering Women — Shifting the Paradigm

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Donna Pinto

A phenomenal thing happens when women become educated and empowered. Inspiration. Motivation. Passion. Connection. Action. This is the fuel igniting a paradigm shift in women’s health. Women sharing their personal experiences. Their concerns and fears. Their desire for truth and … Continue reading →

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