Mar 7, 2024
For Kevin Jerge, what began as a sore throat in 2013, led to the removal of his tonsils, and that led to a diagnosis of Stage IV head and neck cancer. Kevin’s oncologist said Kevin didn’t have to undergo chemotherapy but did require radiation treatment to attack cancerous lymph nodes. He said the regimen made...
Feb 16, 2024
After Mandy Basson’s teenager passed away from Ewing’s Sarcoma, she was inspired to establish a support group for a rare cancer that has at least 175 variations. This is her story.
Feb 6, 2024
Anna Tower-Kovesdi went to an urgent care facility when she noticed bruises on her leg and felt unusually fatigued. That led to a diagnosis of leukemia. Thanks to a regimen of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, plus a positive attitude and tireless support from her husband, Anna achieved survivorship. She goes on long...
Feb 3, 2024
Harriet Cabelly went to an emergency room because she felt dehydrated; but her visit led to a CT scan, which led to a biopsy, which led to a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Thanks to six rounds of chemotherapy and a positive attitude, Harriet achieved survivorship. She has returned to a healthy lifestyle, which...
Jan 31, 2024
For Pete Hill, a colonoscopy led to a diagnosis of bowel cancer. His treatment regimen included a temporary stoma bag and chemotherapy, but he achieved survivorship. Having a stoma bag required some radical changes in his diet and its removal required still more changes, but says his health is “80 percent” of what...