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I Survived and Thrived With Stage 4 CancerTwo decades ago, I received a stage 4 lymphoma diagnosis, and since then, I’ve learned that life goes on — even with cancer.
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If I Can Save One Life By Telling My Cancer Story, It Was All Worth ItAfter being diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer, I made it a mission to share my story and help others.
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A Tireless Champion for Change in the Metastatic Breast Cancer FieldA colleague describes how a woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer that later metastasized felt a lack of support and research, leading her to launch support programs for other patients and step into the advocacy field.
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Faith, Love, Hope and Family: A Poem About Cervical CancerWhen I was diagnosed with stage 1A cervical cancer, I realized that life is short and I want to spend my time being the best version of myself.
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As a 13-Time Cancer Survivor, I’m Not Doing Too BadlyA 13-time cancer survivor shares his complex, long and frustrating cancer journey, and explains how he is able to keep hope alive.
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Celebrating Life: Bob’s Experience with Follicular Lymphoma, a Slow-Growing, Indolent CancerWhen Bob was first diagnosed and treated for follicular lymphoma, he refused to let the fear of the cancer returning dominate his life. Nearly 25 years later—after having experienced a relapse—Bob is still in remission and chooses to live his life to the fullest and celebrate life’s joys every day.
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Compassionate and Expert Care of Patients With CancerSusan K. Bohnenkamp, an oncology clinical nurse specialist, is recognized for her compassionate and expert care, going above and beyond to support her patients through their cancer journey.
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Cancer Care That Feels Like FamilyI have watched her jump through rings of fire time and time again to advocate for her patients.
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A Lung Cancer Survivor, Hero and Inspiration to ManyA patient with lung cancer explains how Dusty Donaldson's work for patients and survivors has inspired and touched the lives of many people.
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'Hush,' Learning to Live With Cancer LossA woman writes a poem about her varying experiences with cancer, from surviving to losing both her father and father-in-law.
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I’m Not a Cancer Warrior or Fighter, I’m a ‘Traveler’A brain cancer survivor explains how she found a way to navigate her cancer journey as a traveler, grateful to be alive.
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A Dedicated Guide of Lung Cancer Care“I didn’t think that we were involved in great change, but then change became the name of the game.” — Loretta Ford
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Patient Advocate ExtraordinaireJack Aiello is a leading patient advocate in multiple myeloma on an international level.
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Living With a 'Carpe Diem' Mentality in the Face of CancerA woman who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2012 explains how she prevents cancer from taking over her life in her poem, 'Carpe Diem.'
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Becoming a Champion for Patients With Lung Cancer"In the three years since her diagnosis, Lisa has become a champion for those with lung cancer, raising money for research and advocating for policies to find new treatments and cures."
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A Lifetime of Achievement for an Oncology NurseIn her career as a nurse, Mary Colasuonno, B.S.N., RN, BMTCN, has always made a conscious effort to make every interaction count.
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The Role of Combination Therapy in mCRPCRashid K. Sayyid, MD, MSc, discusses the role of combination therapy in metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer.
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Brighten Up Your Summer With These Healthy RecipesWith summer in full swing, it’s time to host a get-together. Impress your guests with a fresh summer salsa and a salad with a twist. What about dessert? Don’t worry — this one is guilt-free.
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Having Compassion for Others During Cancer TreatmentA woman with stage 4 ovarian cancer discusses the importance of having compassion for other people, because you never know what they may be dealing with.
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An Oncology Nurse Who Makes Patients SmileFor 41 years, Fiona Wilkie, RN, has been making oncology patients (and her co- workers) smile.
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A Cancer Survivor on a Mission to Raise AwarenessTiffany Williams devoted her career as a pediatric nurse practitioner to addressing health disparities among children and teens. But then, just a year after earning her doctorate, she received a diagnosis of multiple myeloma.
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Late Night Emails to Guide the Delivery of Quality CareA nurse practitioner strives to provide tailored care to children with cancer and their families when they are receiving treatment and supportive services.
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I Was Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer While Waiting for a HysterectomyMy health care team was monitoring me for cancer due to a BRCA mutation. When a hysterectomy got delayed for various reasons, I ended up with ovarian cancer.
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My Oncology Nursing Career Helped Me Care for My MotherI’m grateful for my medical background and how it helped me care for my mom after her cancer diagnosis.
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New Horizons for Diffuse Large B-Cell LymphomaRecent advancements in treatment options for patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma have been practice-changing.
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I Knew I Had Breast Cancer Before My Official DiagnosisWhen I noticed a lump in my breast, I immediately knew what it would be, so I worked to advocate for myself.
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An Unexpected Lesson from CancerThe best of humanity met me at the worst time of my life when I found “my people” after receiving a stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis.
