Strong support system vital in fight against breast cancer

A breast cancer diagnosis doesn't just affect the patient, often loved ones become a vital part of the support network for women trying to "Beat the Odds Against Breast Cancer."

Linda Glover is living her dream.

"Since I was 5 years old, I knew I wanted to be a nurse," she said.

Back then, Glover cared for her ailing grandmother and today she cares for others.

However it almost didn't happen. Just months shy of getting her nursing degree, she got breast cancer.

Her husband, family and friends were stunned.

"Automatically, I went into prayer, like I don't know how to deal with it," said James Glover, husband.

Despite the long treatment ahead, Glover was determined to graduate.

She knew she couldn't do it alone, but like many patients, she was reluctant to ask for help.

Experts say good home support is crucial, patients do much better with that support and patients shouldn't rely on just one person - instead build a team.

Glover's team included her husband James.

"He took me to each and every doctor's appointment, each and every chemo appointment," said Glover.

Her son Derrick also helped.

"He was just comforting, he held my hand, he brought me water ice when I couldn't eat anything," said Glover.

Her co-workers also offered support.

"They changed my wounds, my bandages, they came down and did the laundry, they brought food," said Glover.

They also organized a benefit to help the Glovers pay medical bills.

Glover beat cancer, got her degree, and now uses her experience to support other cancer patients.

"I'm walking testimony that you, too, can overcome this," she said.

If you know someone with breast cancer, don't be afraid to call and ask how you can help.