Shannon is an Air Force Veteran and Nurse. Starting in her late teens, Shannon has always put the needs of others above her own. Deciding to further her career in nursing, Shannon joined the United States Air Force and served honorably for 4 years. Shannon was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer at age 42. Since then she has battled and dominated her cancer and has been cancer free for 2 1/2 half years. Shannon is also a major advocate for women veterans and cancer.