Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman Undergoes Successful Double Mastectomy

Following a routine physical and her family's history of cancer, Coleman expects a full recovery and urges the public to schedule preventative exams.

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman underwent a successful double mastectomy following concerns raised during a routine physical exam.
With a significant family history of cancer, Coleman made the decision to have the surgery and expects to make a full recovery.
The surgery occurred less than a week after Coleman and Gov. Andy Beshear were sworn in for second terms.
Coleman has been a strong advocate for education, focusing on rural economic development, adult learning, and student mental health initiatives during her first term.
In a statement, Coleman urged people to schedule preventative exams and reminded everyone to be kind as everyone is fighting a battle unknown to others.