Shanice Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis

R&B singer Shanice, known for her hit 'I Love Your Smile,' revealed her breast cancer diagnosis after skipping mammograms for eight years due to fear stemming from a previous false alarm. At the age of 51, she underwent a double mastectomy in May, where doctors discovered a one-centimeter stage 1 tumor, after initially suspecting she had ductal carcinoma in situ. During an appearance on Good Morning America, Shanice urged women to prioritize regular screenings, stating, 'If I would have gone sooner, I could have caught it at stage zero.' She expressed regret over her decision to avoid mammograms and emphasized the importance of early detection, claiming that cancer is not a death sentence. Shanice shared her journey to encourage others, stating, 'If you get checked early, you can beat this thing.' Her experience serves as a poignant reminder of the significance of routine health checks, particularly for women with dense breast tissue.