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Tara's StoryCancer Crackdown's Co-founder Shares Her Journey
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How Cancer Crackdown Was Born
In December of 2011 I watched the documentary Dying to Have Known, a documentary about stage 4 cancer patients that were surviving! This documentary opened my eyes to the Gerson therapy and the potential of nutrition and diet to heal the body. I was very surprised about what I saw and had to learn more, it sparked a curiosity and passion in me. In January 2012 Cancer Crackdown started as a small support group on Facebook. Over the next several months I began to research, talk to practitioners, patients, and caregivers about what I was learning. I learned that people are hungry for information and want to do more during their battle with cancer to improve their health through diet and lifestyle. It is unfortunate that it is not easier to make decisions about these options. The information overload society that we live in makes it almost impossible to know what is best and what is valid. I feel that my background in science and medicine has given me the tools necessary to help simplify the process of better nutrition, health and holistic cancer treatment.
My Background
My first job, in high school, was at the local hospital as a Dietary Aide. I went to college initially to become a pharmacist and studied pre-medical classes earning an Associate of Science Degree with a Concentration in Chemistry and Psychology, I changed my major and earned Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology. During college, I worked as a licensed Pharmacy Technician and a Phlebotomist. During my time working in the lab as a phlebotomist, I learned that I really enjoy interacting with people, patients especially. After college, my first sales job was with a first aid company. In this position, I became CPR certified, helped teach classes, sold first aid and safety supplies and assisted with OSHA compliance for industrial companies. I moved on to enjoy several great sales positions: Distribution Manager (covered 11 states), National Account Manager, Sales for a printed media company and then pursued a position in pharmaceuticals.
I was a pharmaceutical sales representative for eleven years. In this capacity I learned to evaluate clinical studies and understand the difficulties patients, physicians and practitioners face. I became familiar with the process of treating patients from many different perspectives. I was fortunate to work for an amazing company and have a successful career. It was during the height of my career and earning that I learned about holistic therapies for cancer and became so passionate about helping patients. I felt my experience and efforts could be better used in a way that would help others, which I have always had a passion for. Cancer Crackdown has brought some amazing and brilliant people into my life, to them I have endless gratitude. It is with their encouragement and belief in Cancer Crackdown’s mission and accomplishments that helped me to make the decision to conclude my position as a pharmaceutical representative in September 2012, to devote my time and energy to Cancer Crackdown!!
Those taking the holistic path - the path less traveled - are my heroes and inspiration. My experiences with Cancer Crackdown have touched my life in so many ways. I have seen first hand how difficult can for patients and as a caregiver. I want to help you to Be the Change in your life and feel the empowerment and benefits of a healthier lifestyle as I have. My hope is that no one feels alone in their holistic path to healing and ongoing wellness.
Cancer Crackdown is a resource and support system for those in our Fighting Together Program and we support others through support outreach, free resource calls and supplement assistance!!
Your support and donations are important and so appreciated to help provide care for those that are struggling financially.
I was a pharmaceutical sales representative for eleven years. In this capacity I learned to evaluate clinical studies and understand the difficulties patients, physicians and practitioners face. I became familiar with the process of treating patients from many different perspectives. I was fortunate to work for an amazing company and have a successful career. It was during the height of my career and earning that I learned about holistic therapies for cancer and became so passionate about helping patients. I felt my experience and efforts could be better used in a way that would help others, which I have always had a passion for. Cancer Crackdown has brought some amazing and brilliant people into my life, to them I have endless gratitude. It is with their encouragement and belief in Cancer Crackdown’s mission and accomplishments that helped me to make the decision to conclude my position as a pharmaceutical representative in September 2012, to devote my time and energy to Cancer Crackdown!!
Those taking the holistic path - the path less traveled - are my heroes and inspiration. My experiences with Cancer Crackdown have touched my life in so many ways. I have seen first hand how difficult can for patients and as a caregiver. I want to help you to Be the Change in your life and feel the empowerment and benefits of a healthier lifestyle as I have. My hope is that no one feels alone in their holistic path to healing and ongoing wellness.
Cancer Crackdown is a resource and support system for those in our Fighting Together Program and we support others through support outreach, free resource calls and supplement assistance!!
Your support and donations are important and so appreciated to help provide care for those that are struggling financially.
Thank you for your interest in Cancer Crackdown! I love to hear your stories, feedback and suggestions.
Tara Mann, MT
Co-Founder and Holistic Cancer Navigator
Cancer Crackdown
Tara Mann, MT
Co-Founder and Holistic Cancer Navigator
Cancer Crackdown
