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A Chinese passenger who survived the Titanic by clinging to a door inspired that famous scene from James Cameron's film. His grandson is now helping bring their erased history back to light.
Cancer survivors and supporters gathered in Hastings, Nebraska, turning out by the hundreds to fund a program that helps patients feel like themselves during treatment. One survivor said showing up meant more than any donation.
Six Nebraska locations are hosting a free drive-thru breakfast on June 5th to honor cancer survivors and their communities. Everyone is invited to join the celebration, from survivors to caregivers to neighbors.
After completing 20 radiation treatments, artist Chris Triola returned to her Michigan cancer center with a handmade textile piece for the waiting room. Her gift transforms a space of anxiety into one of hope for future patients.
Ten years ago, an African court convicted Chadian dictator Hissène Habré for crimes against humanity in a groundbreaking trial that changed international justice forever. The case proved African nations could hold their own leaders accountable and inspired survivors worldwide. #
A team of specialist cave divers from five countries is racing to save seven people trapped deep in a flooded Laos cave, where survivors have already been found alive after days underground. The emotional reunion footage shows hope prevailing even in the most challenging rescue conditions.
Over 300 people gathered at Hastings College for the fifth annual Cancer Walk and Butterfly Release, where 150 survivors received purple carnations and released butterflies as symbols of transformation. The event raised funds to help cancer patients access free hair and skin care support during treatment.
Mothers who survived cancer are rallying behind legislation that would help families access infant formula or donor milk when medically necessary. Their advocacy could change how America supports parents facing medical challenges while feeding their babies.
OhioHealth Marion General Hospital will welcome cancer survivors and their loved ones to its annual celebration on June 24, honoring every stage of the cancer journey. The free evening includes dinner, entertainment, portraits, and a chance to connect with fellow survivors and care teams.
Women who battled cervical cancer are now traveling across Kenya to convince families that a simple vaccine can spare the next generation from their suffering. Their message is personal and powerful: prevention is easier than the fight they endured.
Tasmania is strengthening its family violence laws with reforms that extend reporting periods for coercive control, clarify strangulation offenses, and introduce a groundbreaking levy that makes offenders pay compensation directly to survivors.
Communities across Alaska are throwing celebrations throughout June to honor the state's 38,000 cancer survivors with picnics, 5Ks, and music events. National Cancer Survivors Day on June 7 kicks off a month of statewide recognition showing that life after diagnosis can thrive.
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 in Watertown, New York, will gather for a special celebration honoring their strength and resilience. The Hope Grows Here event creates space for connection, healing, and hope.
A domestic violence survivor's cluttered yard became a symbol of her past trauma—until volunteers from across Ocala spent Good Friday clearing 13 years of debris and restoring her hope. Emily now stands proudly in her childhood home, financially independent and raising two children on her own.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center launched a specialized clinic that treats emotional wellness as crucial as chemotherapy. The program helps survivors rebuild their lives through therapy, mindfulness, and holistic support.
Expert divers reached five villagers who survived more than a week trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos. Rescue teams are continuing their search for two others still missing.
A McKeesport nonprofit is turning a hospital tradition into a global moment of recognition. Cancer survivors everywhere are invited to let their phones ring at 3 p.m. on National Cancer Survivor Day.
A descendant of one of six Chinese survivors from the Titanic is finally sharing their little-known story of survival. This forgotten chapter of history is adding new depth to the legendary 1912 shipwreck.
A groundbreaking national initiative is transforming how primary care doctors support cancer survivors, ensuring millions get the comprehensive care they need. The PERCS program launches four major trials to close critical gaps in post-cancer treatment.
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