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Breast cancer survivors reflect on life after ringing the bell — and the fight that continues

Margaret
Margaret
Margaret
Bureau Chief · Alpharetta, GA

Margaret is a veteran journalist with over 15 years of experience covering community issues across Georgia. She graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Journalism and has worked for various local publications, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and WABE radio. Her commitment to community storytelling has made her a well-respected figure in the local media landscape.

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Bureau Chief · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 2:03 PM · 1 min read
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Breast cancer survivors reflect on life after ringing the bell — and the fight that continues — Decatur Community news

One year after sharing her breast cancer journey with CBS Atlanta, McDonough hairstylist Tameisha Effinger is still finding new ways to turn her experience into hope for others.Effinger first shared her story after turning her own experience with cancer-related hair loss into a mission to help other women feel beautiful. Her story also connected her with Michelle Avery, a fellow breast cancer survivor who found encouragement in Effinger's words.Now, a year later, the two women are reflecting on what life looks like after ringing the cancer bell and why finishing treatment does not necessarily mean the emotional and physical challenges are over.Effinger said she was surprised to learn she would need radiation after ringing the bell. The process brought back the feelings of being diagnosed all over again."I didn't know I was going to have to do radiation. And I was like, it felt like I was being diagnosed with cancer all over again," Effinger said.Radiation was followed by surgery, add

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