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Scientists are getting closer to an HIV cure, but advocates want to make sure long-term survivors don't lose vital benefits when breakthrough treatments arrive. Researchers and survivor groups are calling for policy protections now, before medical progress leaves vulnerable patients behind.
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Nearly 19 million Americans have survived cancer, but most aren't getting the specialized follow-up care they need for lasting health effects. Advocates are fighting to change that with comprehensive survivorship care plans.
Prisca Githuka chose to embrace her grey hair, missing breast, and cancer scars instead of reconstructive surgery. Her powerful message about survivor autonomy is changing how we think about healing.
A groundbreaking survey is gathering the voices of childhood cancer survivors across Africa to improve their long-term care and support. The initiative aims to fill a critical gap in understanding what these survivors face after treatment ends.
Cancer survivors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center gathered to celebrate their journeys and help improve care for others. The Third Annual Cancer Survivors' Day Summit brought together patients, doctors, and researchers focused on long-term wellness.
Ghana is transforming how it uses money sent home by citizens living abroad, shifting from short-term spending to long-term investments that fuel national development. The country received $7.8 billion in remittances in 2025, exceeding all foreign direct investment.
High school students on Long Island are turning Holocaust survivors' firsthand accounts into plays, music, and paintings. The Witness Project pairs 50 students with survivors to ensure their stories outlive them.
A groundbreaking study shows that dexrazoxane, given during childhood cancer treatment, protects hearts for over 15 years after chemotherapy ends. Nearly 900 young survivors participated in this first-ever long-term study.
Vietnam's investment landscape is maturing as investors move away from aggressive expansion to focus on sustainable, long-term growth. The shift signals a healthier economy with more disciplined capital and stronger entrepreneurs.
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.
Medical students at LSU Health Shreveport organized their fifth annual walkathon to celebrate cancer survivors and support long-term wellness. One organizer, a third-year med student battling cancer herself, says the community support makes all the difference.
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.
Forty people joined Juneau's annual Celebration of Life Walk, honoring cancer survivors and loved ones lost while supporting those still fighting. Community support is helping patients and caregivers face new diagnoses, relapses, and long-term challenges together.
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.
Cancer Support Community Iowa is offering a free day-long retreat for recent cancer survivors struggling with the transition from active treatment to everyday life. The program equips participants with tools for physical health, emotional wellness, and connection with others who understand their journey.
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.
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.
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.
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