Stories of Hope
Cancer survivor stories from the American Cancer Society.
Published on: July 15, 2025
Avi Grant—a newlywed and rising professional—was diagnosed with stage III cervical cancer just as she was planning to grow her family. As a cancer survivor and Relay For Life participant, Avi is a voice for the unheard, a mentor to the newly diagnosed, and a passionate advocate for change.
Published on: April 28, 2020
When Coral Conway was diagnosed with stage IIIB cervical cancer, she felt overwhelmed. She was getting advice and information from many different sources. She had visited local doctors and hospitals in Florida and talked with professionals in her home country of Argentina.
