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Cookie Aftergut of Atlanta has been named one of 25 Yoplait Champions for her work teaching women how to fight the effects of chemotherapy.
This is the second year the yogurt company has sponsored a national program to recognize unique sacrifices that improve the lives of those with breast cancer.
It is co-sponsored by the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and Self magazine.
Each of the 24 women and one man received $1,000 for the charity of their choice and a glass trophy.
Aftergut founded ChemoChic after undergoing successful breast cancer treatment. More than 300 women have been through the program in metro Atlanta, learning about relaxation, nutrition, health and their appearance. The program is an affiliate of the Georgia Cancer Foundation.
After receiving the award, Aftergut resigned from ChemoChic and the Georgia Cancer Foundation. She and her husband are planning to develop a similar program nationwide, she said.
Aftergut was nominated by Karen Lasky at the Marcus Jewish Community Center at Zaban Park in Dunwoody, one of three sites where ChemoChic classes are given.
Copyright 2006 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
