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Part of Runway's mission is to honor the legacies and stories of those who have been impacted by breast cancer. Our blog page is dedicated to helping us share those stories.

 

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Sadiqa’s Story

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | April 3, 2026

Breast cancer was something Sadiqa thought she understood—first as a child watching her aunt go through it, and later as a physician caring for others. But at 34, just beginning her career and newly married, it became her own reality.

Xiaoqi’s Story

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | April 1, 2026

Xiaoqi Han was diagnosed with breast cancer on January 30, 2024—after a routine mammogram that had been postponed for a couple of years. What followed was a moment that instantly shifted everything. “I was more than shocked… my sky was falling.”

Beth’s Story

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | March 31, 2026

Beth Gelman’s story is one of profound loss, unwavering honesty, and a deliberate, powerful choice to live with joy.

Inez’s Story

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | March 24, 2026

Inez Montalvo was diagnosed with breast cancer on January 17, 2025—a moment that brought fear, uncertainty, and a wave of changes she never anticipated. From the physical toll of treatment to the emotional weight of the diagnosis, her journey has required both resilience and grace. “I was honestly terrified.”

Kaitlin’s Story

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | March 23, 2026

Kaitlin Kelly was just 32 years old when she was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer—a moment that instantly changed the course of her life. What once felt predictable and full of everyday plans quickly became consumed by fear, uncertainty, and a path she never imagined she would have to walk.