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Katie Couric reveals breast cancer diagnosis and treatment: 'I've felt fine'

Katie Couric revealed Wednesday on social media that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in June. On her website, the veteran broadcast journalist and podcast host shared an essay detailing her treatment so far and urging readers to get their annual mammograms. "Every two minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States," Couric, 65, wrote on Instagram. "On June 21st, I ...
Katie Couric attends The 2020 MAKERS Conference on Feb. 11, 2020, in Los Angeles.

Katie Couric revealed Wednesday on social media that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in June.

On her website, the veteran broadcast journalist and podcast host shared an essay detailing her treatment so far and urging readers to get their annual mammograms.

"Every two minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States," Couric, 65, wrote on Instagram.

"On June 21st, I became one of them. As we approach #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, I wanted to share my personal story with you

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