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Lauren Mahon
Transform cancer narratives with Lauren Mahon, speaker and cancer awareness advocate. Lauren works with organisations to destigmatise illness, promote authentic storytelling, and inspire resilience, reaching millions through her #GIRLvsCANCER platform.
In August 2016, after a biopsy, Lauren Mahon's doctor delivered the devastating news, "I'm sorry, it's not good news. It's cancer." At just 31 years old, Lauren initially couldn't believe it. She felt too young and full of life to be facing such a serious illness.
However, the reality was that she did have breast cancer. A 2.8cm 'Grade 3' cancerous lump invaded her right breast without her consent, turning her life upside down.
Seeking support and camaraderie, Lauren searched for other women who had faced the same "c-bomb" for advice and encouragement. Unfortunately, she mostly encountered pessimistic online communities.
Frustrated with the misconception that cancer only affects those over fifty, Lauren decided to take control of her breast cancer diagnosis and started sharing her journey on her blog and Instagram using the hashtag #GIRLvsCANCER.
To check Lauren Mahon's availability or enquire about other specialist speakers, contact the PepTalk team.
Lauren offers your team insights into resilience, the power of community, and overcoming adversity. Her compelling story will inspire innovation, foster a supportive culture, and highlight the importance of health awareness in the workplace, making her an invaluable asset to your business event or team-building initiative.
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To book Lauren Mahon, email lauren.mahon@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Lauren's availability and speaking fee. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and about your audience.
Lauren Mahon draws on her personal breast cancer diagnosis at age 31 to structure talks around her documented journey, using her blog and the #GIRLvsCANCER social media campaign as a narrative framework to trace her experience from diagnosis through to advocacy.
Lauren Mahon speaks on resilience, young adult cancer awareness, and personal advocacy through lived experience of breast cancer diagnosis. She is the founder of the #GIRLvsCANCER movement, which she built after her own breast cancer diagnosis at 31 to challenge the misconception that cancer primarily affects older people.
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