Young female veterans face devastating breast cancer diagnoses

This Veteran's Day, Spotlight on America is highlighting an unexpected battle faced by a growing population of servicewomen. Many are being diagnosed with breast cancer, sometimes at very young ages. That’s prompting urgent calls to ensure they have the tools they need for early diagnosis and treatment.

Jessica Purcell beams with pride when she reflects on her years of service. She's part of a Tampa family that always put country first.

"We have over 100 years of combined service just between my mom, my dad, my brother, myself and my husband," Purcell said.

In fact, Purcell's mom swore her in and pinned her lieutenant bars, making her Jessica's first salute as an officer.

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