Breast cancer advocate Jennifer Cordts dies after inspiring fight against rare disease

wfaa.com February 4, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC

Jennifer Cordts, a breast cancer advocate, passed away on January 27 at age 53 after a long battle with Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC). Initially given three to six months to live, she survived nearly a decade, educating many about the disease. Cordts gained attention in 2017 for her candid interview about IBC, which often presents as a skin rash rather than a lump. Her story raised awareness and led to increased understanding of this rare cancer, prompting many women to seek further medical evaluation. In her final weeks, Cordts expressed gratitude for her family and friends. She was involved with the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation and inspired others to advocate for their health. She is survived by her husband, two daughters, and family.


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