Crestview Academy teacher on road to recovery

Chris Vetter, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·7 min read

Oct. 17—EAU CLAIRE — When Marsha Anderson thinks back to when she was diagnosed with breast cancer she finds it hard to believe she has made a complete recovery. It was in early June 2022, and the early prognosis was dire.

"I didn't think I'd be here," Anderson said. "You're faced with the reality of death."

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