Your Cancer Stories

The stories below have been submitted by cancer survivors, patients, caretakers, researchers, loved ones, and others impacted by the disease who seek to inspire patients by sharing their experiences.

Note: Submissions to this page represent the opinions of the presenters. They do not represent the position or the opinion of the AACR or its members and should not be considered medical advice.

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Running in Memory

Running in Memory

Brooks Sanders honors his late wife with every run he takes.

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From Patient to Patient Advocate

From Patient to Patient Advocate

Breast cancer survivor Marshelle Harris accompanies others on their cancer journeys.

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PhD Student Becomes Mother’s Caretaker

PhD Student Becomes Mother’s Caretaker

How caretaking changed Dr. Samantha Rees’ professional career and personal life.

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Being a Statistic of One

Being a Statistic of One

Elise Tedeschi inspires others to fight, despite the odds.

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My Lung Cancer Story

My Lung Cancer Story

Lisa Haines sets out to dismantle stigmas and encourage community.

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A Two-week Turnaround

A Two-week Turnaround

Amy Grove found hope through research.

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Ruben Orozco’s Journey With Stomach Cancer

Ruben Orozco’s Journey With Stomach Cancer

How support has helped Ruben’s healing process.

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Confronting Prostate Cancer

Confronting Prostate Cancer

At 82 years old, 18-year survivor Paul Henry looks toward the challenge of running a marathon.

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Karim Holloway: A Son, Father, and Brother

Karim Holloway: A Son, Father, and Brother

His mother, Ebony Hatley, tells her son’s story.

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Remembering Rebecca’s 23-Year Cancer Experience

Remembering Rebecca’s 23-Year Cancer Experience

Jay Hinman shares his late wife’s cancer journey.

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