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IllinoisCancer Specialists Gather to Discuss Innovations in Research and Treatment
More than 32,000 cancer specialists from around the world are gathering in Chicago this week for the 54th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
Head and Neck Cancer Survivor Advocates for HPV Vaccination
When Cheryl Stark, 50, learned she had head and neck cancer, she didn’t want to talk about it. Her doctor told her the cancer likely came from the human papilloma virus (HPV).
Testicular Cancer Survivor Searches for Emotional Relief
After being diagnosed with testicular cancer, and then seeing it return, Jeremiah Ray has begun an aggressive regimen of chemotherapy that’s left him feeling drained, both physically and emotionally.
Mother With Gallbladder Cancer Lives for her Children
Ravinnia Miles, 37, has spent her life helping others. The oldest of 3, she took care of her younger brother and sister, and when she got old enough, her mother too.
Lung Cancer Survivor Lifts Spirits With Faith and Laughter
Gregg Carr is the kind of guy who other people call when they have a problem. So when Carr was diagnosed with lung cancer, those close to him were eager to lend support.
Former Smoker Says Quitting Saved his Life
Former smoker Scott Hanson survived a heart attack in 2010. His doctor told him it would have killed him had he not quit his 30-year, 2-pack-a-day habit 4 years earlier.
Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivor Pours Her Energy into Volunteering
American Cancer Society Survivor Speaker Jemma Cabral tells audiences she hopes they never take another birthday for granted. A 2-time survivor of Hodgkin lymphoma, she certainly doesn’t.
Without Insurance, Survivor Navigates Colon Cancer With the Help of Others
Steve Johnson was almost done with his colon cancer treatment when he lost his health insurance. Help from the American Cancer Society and other sources got him through.