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Horizon Health is inviting cancer survivors to don capes and celebrate their strength at a free luncheon on June 5. The "Super Survivor" event honors National Cancer Survivors Day with food, prizes, and community support.
A childhood cancer survivor who battled clear cell sarcoma and multiple relapses throughout his youth didn't just beat the disease. He helped change the law in Chile so survivors like him would never face discrimination again.
Women who survived heart disease will model in a special fashion show that raises awareness and funds to fight the leading killer of women. The Metro Jackson event shines a light on a health crisis that many women don't know threatens them most.
Cancer survivor Amanda Nerstad is now helping other Tennessee survivors heal through fitness and wellness as a program coordinator. After years of advocacy work, she's bringing her personal journey full circle.
Ten cancer survivors rode in semi-trucks through Iowa farm country Thursday night as local truckers kicked off a weekend fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The emotional convoy brought two counties together in support of neighbors who've beaten the disease.
Houston County is celebrating survivors with their annual Cancer Survivor Dinner on September 12, offering a free meal and community support. The event welcomes all cancer survivors and a guest to gather at Griffin's Chapel Church of the Nazarene.
The Good Samaritan Project is hosting its 6th Annual Cancer Survivor Tea on June 13, bringing together survivors, caregivers, and supporters for an afternoon of celebration and healing. The free event features live music, a butterfly release, and recognition of Cancer Survivor of the Year.
Northside Hospital's Cancer Institute treated dozens of cancer survivors to a fully-funded weekend retreat in the Georgia mountains. The program goes beyond medical treatment to help survivors rebuild their lives after cancer.
Cancer survivors and their supporters will row for a cause at Chattanooga's fourth annual Rock the Row fundraiser on April 25. The relay competition benefits Survivor Fitness, which offers free personal training, nutrition support, and mental health counseling to local cancer survivors rebuilding after treatment.
The Acetrea Cancer Advocacy Network is inviting cancer survivors to share their journeys as part of a new campaign during Cancer Survivor Awareness Month. The initiative aims to inspire current patients and break the stigma surrounding cancer.
A childhood cancer survivor who lost his mother and grandmother to the disease is pushing Georgia lawmakers to close healthcare gaps that leave half a million residents without coverage. Lee Turner brought three powerful perspectives to the state capitol: survivor, caregiver, and bereaved family member.
A breast cancer survivor in Coryell County launched a new support group to help others facing the disease. The group offers a safe space for patients, survivors, and families to connect and heal together.
Twenty years after beating kidney cancer that struck him at age two, Pablo Allard Méndez now dedicates his life to helping other young cancer patients as a psycho-oncologist. The Chilean survivor co-founded his country's first national network for childhood cancer survivors and works with global organizations to transform survivorship care.
Over 500 cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers came together at a Wisconsin park to celebrate life, honor those lost, and share hope. The Aurora Cancer Survivor's Day Picnic transformed a simple summer gathering into a powerful reminder that nobody fights cancer alone.
For the first time ever, children and adults with Alexander disease have a treatment that attacks the root cause of their condition, not just the symptoms. The FDA's approval of zilganersen gives hope to families facing a disease that has always been fatal.
Health City Cayman Islands created a first-of-its-kind wellness retreat for cancer survivors, offering oceanfront healing, expert guidance, and community support beyond treatment. The full-day program brought together survivors, caregivers, and medical experts to focus on thriving after cancer.
A groundbreaking treatment for Huntington's disease just cleared a major hurdle, bringing hope to 240,000 Americans affected by this devastating condition. The experimental therapy could become the first disease-modifying treatment for a disorder that has had none.
What started with twelve cancer survivors climbing Utah's highest peak in 1996 has become a beloved tradition that now draws 400 participants each July. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Survivors at the Summit, a testament to three decades of resilience and community.
A doctor who survived a rare disease now uses artificial intelligence to find unexpected treatments that help patients like Kaila Mabus, who was told she might not survive. His AI system tests 75 million possible drug-disease combinations in minutes.
A groundbreaking treatment for myotonic dystrophy type 1 reduced toxic proteins by 40% and improved muscle function in patients who've never had disease-modifying options. The New England Journal of Medicine just published results that could lead to the first approved therapy for this progressive, often fatal disease.
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