Your Cancer Stories
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Cancer Experience Leads to Research Encouragement
After her own cancer journey, Cindy Caporaso is advocating that patients are seen as real people and not just statistics.
Finding Strength in the Unexpected: My Journey with Cancer
A surprise diagnosis with a rare and aggressive form of cancer gave Joe Fornasiero a surprising "new perspective on life."
Treatment Leads to Remission for Ewing Sarcoma
High School Student diagnosed with rare cancer shares story to raise awareness.
Working to Make a Difference in the Fight Against Cancer
Diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma 30 years ago, childhood cancer survivor Meghan Costello is an advocate for cancer research to end pediatric cancers.
Brandi Benson: A Journey to Chart a Different Course
Stunned by her diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma, Brandi fought to change her narrative and carry a message of hope to others.
Overcoming Metastatic Cancer
Toni English was determined to beat the poor prognosis after being diagnosed with stage 4 mucosal melanoma.
Running to Honor Her Mother
Vowing to continue her mother’s valiant battle against cancer, Regina joined the AACR Runners for Research team to raise awareness and funds for cancer research at the AACR Philadelphia Marathon.
Triumphant Thriver: Empowering Others Through Breast Cancer Advocacy
After overcoming stage 3 breast cancer, 11-year survivor Jess Whorton became a healthcare and survivorship advocate.
Living with Metastatic Lung Cancer
Gregory O’Brien is striving for a high quality life while living with stage 4 lung cancer.
Determined to Beat Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Diagnosed with AML at the age of 20, Carson Mapes continues to fight her cancer.
