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Danielle Fishel, 43, Reveals Early DCIS Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Aug 19, 2024, 03:49 PM

Danielle Fishel, known for her role as Topanga Lawrence on the 90s sitcom 'Boy Meets World,' has disclosed that she has been diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), an early form of breast cancer. The 43-year-old actress revealed the diagnosis on her podcast 'Pod Meets World,' which she co-hosts with fellow 'Boy Meets World' stars Rider Strong and Will Friedle. Fishel emphasized that the cancer was detected at a very early stage, technically stage zero, and expressed optimism about her prognosis, stating, 'I'm going to be fine.' She shared her story to encourage others to undergo regular screenings and mammograms, highlighting the importance of early detection.