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Dianne Townsend, M.S., of Jacksonville, Florida, is an 18-year breast cancer survivor who uses every opportunity to promote breast health awareness and to encourage women to become active participants in their own health care. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Education and Master of Science in Health Services Administration from the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. She served as President of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation North Florida Affiliate from 2003 to 2005. In 1997, she helped to establish Florida's first chapter of Sisters Network, a national breast cancer survivorship organization for African-American women and continues to serve as Chapter President. She has been recognized for her work as a breast cancer survivor/advocate and for her exemplary service to the health care community. | 