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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.

What Cancer Taught Me During the Holidays

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Donna Pinto

Thank you to Cameron Von St. James for sharing his inspiring story…. What Cancer Taught Me During the Holidays by Cameron Von St. James Making memories, celebrating a great year, spending time with loved ones, and being thankful for new traditions, … Continue reading →

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Liquid LOVE

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Donna Pinto

2 cups purified water 1 cup almond or other nut milk spinach, kale, rainbow chard, carrot, celery, cucumber, ginger 2 cups frozen blueberries, raspberries, strawberries,  mango 1 scoop each: Raw Protein Powder & Perfect Food (Garden of Life) 1-2 tbl … Continue reading →

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HIKE PREPARATION & CANCER PREVENTION: A Common Thread

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Donna Pinto

What does preparation for a grueling hike up a 10,000 foot mountain have in common with DCIS and breast cancer prevention? 1. Investigation: Both require gathering information and understanding what you are facing. 2. Training: Practice, practice, practice makes for success. Daily … Continue reading →

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“Cactus to Clouds…” Hike for the CAUSE…Tell Cancer to TAKE A HIKE!

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Donna Pinto

On Friday Oct 12th, I am hiking the “Cactus to Clouds” hike in Palm Springs. Here is a description from another hiker: “This, in my opinion is the hardest hike in Southern California. It has even made it on to Backpacker … Continue reading →

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All is Good: Ultrasound Shows Only Scar Tissue

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Donna Pinto

All is good. Due to lumpy tissue in my breast in the location of the incision where 3 surgeries took place, I agreed to have an ultrasound check it out.  After enduring a lecture on why mammograms are the gold … Continue reading →

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IS “ACIDOSIS” THE ROOT CAUSE OF DISEASE?

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Donna Pinto

ACIDOSIS (imbalance of ph towards the acidic side) / MICRO-FLORA IMBALANCE (when the microorganisms in your intestinal tract are not properly balanced – these microorganisms account for 80% of your immune system and require a balanced proportion). Like all things … Continue reading →

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My Supplement List — What’s Yours?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Donna Pinto

Here is a list of daily supplements I take: probiotic; omega 3; cod liver oil; Vit E (400iu); Vit D3 (5,000 iu); curcumin (500-2,000); RM-10; iodine; indole 3 carbinol (200mg x2); milk thistle; coQ10; selenium; B-12; Vit C (500-1,000mg); CALM … Continue reading →

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Why Naturopathic Medicine?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Donna Pinto

I can not emphasize enough the importance of finding a Naturopathic Dr. to oversee your individualized optimal health and healing program. EVERYONE needs this kind of healthcare — from children to those who are going through chemo! Our western medical … Continue reading →

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Radiation or NOT?

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Donna Pinto

I have been saying NO to rads for over 2 years despite the hard sell, fear tactics and claims that there is very little harm, damage, discomfort, pain and short & long-term repercussions from radiation treatment.  Most oncologists, radiologists and … Continue reading →

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GREAT NEWS — Oncotype DX Test Results!

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Donna Pinto

Dr. Laura Esserman called me with some GREAT NEWS this evening. My Oncotype DX Test Score results came back as LOW RISK  for invasive breast cancer! She said I have a 10% risk of invasive cancer at 8 years — … Continue reading →

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