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Drew Barrymore's Breast Cancer Scare Spotlights Importance of Regular Checks

Barrymore's scare, triggered by an abnormal mammogram, serves as a reminder. Notaro's documentary offers hope in Andrea Gibson's cancer journey.

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Breast Cancer Fear After Examination - Drew Barrymore's Breast Cancer Scare Spotlights Importance of Regular Checks

Drew Barrymore recently opened up about a breast cancer scare, inspired by Tig Notaro's new documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light'. The actress, now fine, had an emergency biopsy after an abnormal mammogram result. The documentary, premiering on Apple TV+ on November 14, follows poet Andrea Gibson and her wife Megan Falley as Gibson battles late-stage ovarian cancer.

Drew Barrymore, host of 'The Drew Barrymore Show', discussed her recent health scare on the show. She revealed that she had to endure five agonizing days waiting for biopsy results after an abnormal mammogram. Fortunately, Barrymore is now fine.

The documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light' follows queer poet and activist Andrea Gibson, who was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer. Gibson, married to fellow poet Megan Falley, shares her journey in the documentary. Tig Notaro, who underwent a double mastectomy in 2016, was a guest on Barrymore's show and praised the documentary for its intimate portrayal of living with cancer and radiating hope, courage, strength, authenticity, and humanity.

Drew Barrymore's breast cancer scare, inspired by Tig Notaro's documentary, highlights the importance of regular health checks. 'Come See Me in the Good Light', premiering on November 14, offers an intimate look into Andrea Gibson's cancer journey, radiating hope and courage.

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