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At just nine weeks pregnant, Brooke Pritchard received the unexpected news of her breast cancer diagnosis. Despite the challenges of battling cancer during pregnancy, Brooke maintained an unwavering spirit through the support of her family, doctor and care team. Under the expert care of oncologist Matthew McElveen, MD, and his dedicated team at the Slidell Memorial Hospital Regional Cancer Center, Brooke underwent surgery at 15 weeks pregnant and later began chemotherapy. She welcomed her healthy son, Hudson, into the world, a testament to her determination and the state-of-the-art care she received.