Karissa is nothing short of a superhero who has overcome incredible odds. After discovering the option to take part in genetic testing, her doctors discovered a rare genetic issue that could lead to a fatal form of stomach cancer. Instead of panicking or giving up, she did the unthinkable and had her stomach completely removed. Her story is so inspiring and she now focuses on spreading awareness to others so they could possibly avoid fates like this in the future.

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