Women’s advocate divulges breast cancer diagnosis

Women’s Advocate Astrid Piñeiro Vázquez

By The Star Staff

Women’s Advocate Astrid Piñeiro Vázquez revealed earlier this week that she was diagnosed with breast cancer and affirmed that her commitment to women is strengthened by this new stage in her life.

“Today I share a vulnerable part of my story, because I know I am not alone. I was diagnosed with breast cancer,” Piñeiro Vázquez said in a written statement. “And although fear knocks at the door, the strength of all the women who fight and win sustains me.”

The official stated that, despite the diagnosis, her drive to continue comes from her daughter and her commitment to women facing similar situations.

“I don’t stop because seeing my daughter gives me more strength,” she said. “This new battle reaffirms my commitment to every woman who faces the unthinkable.”

The attorney general accompanied her remarks with a call for early detection and the importance of mammograms, using the hashtag “#HazteLaMamografía” as part of her message.