Eric Swalwell: “Today, I rise to honor the amazing Virginia ``Dee'' Williams of Livermore, California, a 12-year survivor of breast…”

“Today, I rise to honor the amazing Virginia ``Dee'' Williams of Livermore, California, a 12-year survivor of breast cancer who will be honored this Saturday as part of Amgen's ``Breakaway From Cancer'' initiative at the Amgen Tour of California. Dee was chosen as a ``Breakaway From Cancer'' champion because of the profound difference that she has made in the lives of cancer patients within our community. Dee is a ``call back'' volunteer who talks to cancer patients to determine if their needs are being met while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation. She also spends time talking with recently diagnosed breast cancer patients to help relieve their concerns as they're going through this journey. As one of the Walnut Creek American Cancer Society ``Look Good, Feel Better'' coordinators for Livermore and Pleasanton, Dee teaches women who are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation how to pick out, take care of, and wear wigs, as well as teaching make-up techniques. Dee has survived cancer and is still dealing with fibromyalgia and arthritis and battling a neurological disorder, but she has not let any of that slow her down one bit. She is truly an inspiration, and Livermore is lucky to have her, and I am lucky to represent her in the United States Congress. I look forward to seeing her this weekend on the Amgen Tour. ____________________”