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Over 220 cancer survivors and their loved ones will gather for a free celebration dinner in Albany, Georgia, where hope takes center stage. The annual event brings together families touched by cancer to share meals, stories, and the kind of magic that only happens when survivors unite.
A cancer survivor who started as a shy college journalist now leads Utah businesses by embracing listening as her superpower. Jeanette Bennett's journey from the Daily Universe newsroom to boardrooms proves quiet strength can change everything.
A North Carolina clinic is helping cancer survivors navigate the complex emotions and physical challenges that come after treatment ends. The program offers whole-person care that goes far beyond typical follow-up appointments.
A North Carolina nonprofit is hosting a two-day wellness symposium designed exclusively for breast cancer survivors, with pay-what-you-can pricing to ensure everyone can attend. The event combines expert education, healing practices, and survivor connection to support women navigating life after diagnosis.
A Charlotte brewery founder is turning grief into giving with a 24-hour rowing marathon that sends 100% of proceeds to local cancer survivors. Teams will gather March 7 to honor a beloved nurse who dedicated her life to helping others.
A minor league hockey team in Wenatchee, Washington, has raised $60,000 through annual fundraising games to support cancer education programs. Their "Hockey Fights Cancer" night brings the community together while funding vital resources for survivors.
Cancer survivors in three Michigan counties can now join free 12-week CrossFit programs proven to boost strength, sleep, and quality of life. Since 2019, over 320 survivors have rediscovered what their bodies can do through the CAPABLE program.
The American Cancer Society's Game Changer Gala takes place this Saturday in Las Vegas, bringing together survivors and supporters to fund critical cancer research. Colon cancer survivor Tori Lyons will share her story at the event.
Relay for Life is bringing cancer survivors and their caregivers together for an annual celebration that honors their strength and community. The event recognizes the heroes who've fought through treatment and those who stood beside them.
Cancer survivors who don't smoke, exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy weight live significantly longer than those who don't, according to a groundbreaking study of 6,000 survivors. The research finally answers the question patients ask most: "What can I do for my health after treatment?"
A Pasadena dance company is celebrating 20 years of transforming cancer survivors' spoken experiences into powerful choreography. Their signature production "Healing Blue" returns to the stage this Sunday, continuing a unique tradition of healing through movement.
A major study of 17,000 cancer survivors reveals that staying active after diagnosis dramatically reduces mortality risk, even for people who never exercised before. The best part? You don't need to become a gym fanatic to see life-saving benefits.
After her own battle with breast cancer, Jayashree Ratan picked up a crochet hook and created something that changed 29,000 lives. What started as one handmade breast prosthetic in 2017 has become a nationwide movement restoring dignity to cancer survivors.
A groundbreaking panel of 16 North American experts has released the first-ever exercise guidelines specifically for cancer survivors over 65, shattering the myth that older patients can't handle physical activity during treatment. The recommendations could transform care for the 26 million older cancer survivors expected by 2040.
A groundbreaking study shows that childhood cancer survivors using telehealth for genetic counseling were nearly three times more likely to get tested than those relying on traditional care. This simple shift could save lives by catching new cancers earlier.
Cancer survivors are often told to "watch and wait" for recurrence with no treatment options. A breakthrough AI system is finding affordable existing drugs that can target 750 cancer mutations and keep patients cancer-free.
A cancer survivor is turning her healing into hope for others by auctioning her artwork at a gala benefiting pediatric cancer patients. The Art with a Heart event pairs young patients with local artists to create pieces that fund treatment and support programs.
A groundbreaking study shows remote genetic services more than doubled cancer survivors' access to life-saving genetic testing. Working through primary care doctors, the telehealth program identified critical hereditary cancer risks in 10% of participants.
Two women in Japan became mothers after doctors transplanted their own ovarian tissue that had been frozen before cancer treatment. The breakthrough offers new hope for cancer patients who dream of having children after beating the disease.
Over 100 cancer survivors gathered in The Woodlands for an elegant high tea celebration that proves life after cancer can be beautiful. One couple even met at the center and returned to celebrate their new chapter together.
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