It was an effort that may have helped to save her life.
Nicole McGuiness was featured on HGTV's 'Beachfront Bargain Hunt.'
Dr. Eric Voigt was watching and noticed the 31-year-old had a lump in her neck.
He turned to Facebook to find her and raise his concerns.
McGuiness followed up with her doctor and learned she had thyroid cancer.
McGuiness says she is now undergoing treatment and plans to stay in touch with Dr. Voigt.
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