Actress Shannen Doherty is in Remission from Cancer

Wow. Of all the headlines out there right now, this struck me as one to be so thankful for. According to Entertainment Tonight, “Shannen Doherty is in remission.” There’s nothing as wonderful as hearing news like that. When it’s health talk – and it’s positive health talk, it’s time to celebrate. And, Shannen did just that when “the 46-year-old actress took to Instagram to reveal the happy news on Friday, though shared that “the next five years is crucial” in her recovery from breast cancer.”

Moments. They happen. Today was and is a moment. What does remission mean? I heard that word and have no idea how to react. Good news? YES. Overwhelming. YES. Now more waiting. As every single one of my fellow cancer family knows, the next five years is crucial. Reoccurrences happen all the time. Many of you have shared that very story with me. So with a heart that is certainly lighter, I wait. In the meantime, decisions. Reconstruction which is several surgeries. Decision on taking a pill for the next five years that comes with its own set of problems and side effects. I am blessed, I know that. But for now…. remission. I’m going to just breathe. #cancerslayer

A post shared by ShannenDoherty (@theshando) on Apr 28, 2017 at 4:06pm PDT

Here’s what the star shared:

“Moments. They happen. Today was and is a moment. What does remission mean? I heard that word and have no idea how to react. Good news? YES. Overwhelming. YES. Now more waiting. As every single one of my fellow cancer family knows, the next five years is crucial. Reoccurrences happen all the time. Many of you have shared that very story with me. So with a heart that is certainly lighter, I wait. In the meantime, decisions. Reconstruction which is several surgeries. Decision on taking a pill for the next five years that comes with its own set of problems and side effects. I am blessed, I know that. But for now…. remission. I’m going to just breathe. #cancerslayer”

I am so happy for Shannen – what an incredible feat, I cannot imagine the emotions that come with such positive news. Everything from relief to being nervous for the future – just like she described, big decisions. But one huge hurdle overcome.

Here’s a few more pics of her journey with cancer:

Going into the weekend with a lot of gratefulness. No matter what we face in life, there is still such beauty to appreciate. #cancerslayer

A post shared by ShannenDoherty (@theshando) on Apr 21, 2017 at 6:41pm PDT

There aren’t enough words for this human and my love for him. Through darkness and light. Through profound loss. He’s been my best friend and vice versa. @chriscortazzo I love you. Your wit, intelligence, kindness, compassion still amazes me. #bff

A post shared by ShannenDoherty (@theshando) on Apr 20, 2017 at 11:18pm PDT

Today was a rough day. Not because of any bad health reports. But just sometimes the stress of life, the stress of people not doing their jobs, the stress of cancer, the stress of waiting and limbo, can really get one down. It could also be how the stars are aligning. Who knows! What I do know, is this man entered my life back in March of 2016 and has not just helped me with cancer, but he has become my friend. A strong shoulder to lean on. A compassionate human who cares. A surgeon who spends hours and hours, days, weeks, simply contemplating reconstruction and how he will make me (and his other patients) as perfect as we can be. Simply said… I love him and I’m so thankful something bad like cancer can also bring something so beautiful to me. @JayOrringerMD thank you. #jayorringer #stillacancerslayer #stillblessed

A post shared by ShannenDoherty (@theshando) on Apr 6, 2017 at 5:54pm PDT

Thank you Vantage Oncology and Dr Leslie Botnick. Thank you to all that work there, especially Anna,Vince, Mike (pictured here) and Jackie. And a big thank you to Maggie. Everyday you rotated around me, I knew you were zapping the last of those pesky micro cells lingering behind. Here’s hoping I never see you again sweet Maggie!!! #lovethiscrew #cancerslayer

A post shared by ShannenDoherty (@theshando) on Jan 6, 2017 at 6:35pm PST

Cancer is a tough and long road and it’s incredible to see someone like Shannen smiling and taking on the challenge with such an incredible attitude of hope and determination. Shannen, you’re an inspiration!