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"I thought getting a degree in geology and being a PhD was my purpose. Really my purpose is to live a life where you can show people love. That's what's important."

Melissa

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About Melissa

Melissa is a native Hawaiian. A trained geologist, she is passionate about advocating for herself and others with MBC through scientific research.

Melissa hopes to help her local community by addressing issues that disproportionately affect Polynesian and Native Hawaiian people living with breast cancer.

If it feels difficult, know that it's not permanent, that you can go beyond it.
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