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College Student Beats Thyroid Cancer, Now Helping Others
Acts of Kindness6h ago

College Student Beats Thyroid Cancer, Now Helping Others

Armani was just 11 when doctors found a mass in her neck and diagnosed her with thyroid cancer. Today, she's thriving in college and studying recreational therapy to help others facing their own battles.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Cancer Survivor, 22, Runs Boston Marathon for MGH Doctors
Health & WellnessApr 5

Cancer Survivor, 22, Runs Boston Marathon for MGH Doctors

Grace Taylor was 19 when doctors found aggressive thyroid cancer wrapped around her vocal cords and spreading to her skull. Three years later, she's running 26.2 miles to thank the team that saved her life.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
UAB Scientists Find New Hope for Deadly Thyroid Cancer
Health & WellnessApr 1

UAB Scientists Find New Hope for Deadly Thyroid Cancer

Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have discovered a promising new way to treat an aggressive thyroid cancer that currently gives patients just a 10% chance of surviving 10 years. The breakthrough targets a specific channel in cancer cells while leaving healthy tissue untouched.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Woman at Festival Spots Cancer, Saves Health Advocate's Life
Community HeroesFeb 17

Woman at Festival Spots Cancer, Saves Health Advocate's Life

A stranger in the crowd noticed a bump on Darryl Bigelow's neck during his wellness talk and urged him to get checked. That keen eye saved his life when doctors discovered Stage 2 thyroid cancer the size of an orange.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
At 52, Cancer Survivor Finds Strength After Slowing Down
Health & WellnessFeb 5

At 52, Cancer Survivor Finds Strength After Slowing Down

A thyroid cancer diagnosis forced one CrossFit athlete to completely rethink her approach to fitness. Now she feels stronger than ever by listening to her body instead of pushing it to extremes.

Womens Health2 min read