News

Beth Galvin - June 2016

At 19 and beginning her sophomore year of college, Megan Patton found a lump and soon after receiving a diagnosis of AML. She recalls such a strong fear of a bone marrow transplant that she had at times almost wished there would be no match. However, her sister was a match, and following grueling rounds of chemo, the transplant worked.

Jamie Holloway - June 2016

Jamie Holloway, PhD, reflects on her experience post-cancer and adjusting to the "new normal". At first hating the phrase but later coming to terms with and eventually even embracing it.

Ali James - June 2016

Following his diagnosis of two types of cancer, Brian Pittman sat down to reevaluate his life's goals. Working as an architect for 20 years on commercial projects, he realized it was time he pursue his real passion - designing homes.

Ruth Taylor - June 2016

Ruth Taylor gets honest with readers in her blog post describing the challenges she encountered following completion of her chemotherapy treatment. Describing 2015, a year when she was diagnosed after finding a lump in her breast, as a "pretty bad year" seems an understatement.

Eric Wilkinson - June 2016

No stranger to cancer in the professional realm, Dr. Heath Schuback also holds a personal connection as well. Schuback was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma at 19 years old. Her own experience fueled her determination to find cures for childhood cancers, leading her to her current position as a researcher for childhood AML.

Gordon Wishart - June 2016

Under the current legislation in the UK, you do not have to tell your boss if you have cancer, as the concerns are that people may thinking they'll be written off, viewed as potentially ineffective, or plain unavailable. However, not disclosing can also mean less support and understanding, as well as less flexibility from your employer.

ABC News - June 2016

At 17 months old, Amelia Ballard was diagnosed with lymphoctic leukemia, and though her 27-month treatment was considered a success, she relapsed soon after. Despite the road to remission being a lengthy challenge, Ballard survived and turned her sights on making her experience into something positive.

Jennifer Gardner - June 2016

Just last October, Erin Magee was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer, but today she's working her way to remission status. As she stops wearing wigs and scarves, and refers to her new pixie cut as her "last step" Magee is ready for what comes next.

Barbara Jordan - June 2016

Retired scaffolder and father of three, Tom Whitfield, was devastated upon learning of his cancer diagnosis last year. He had major surgery in March of last year and took a year off of running to recuperate. However, thanks to his strength and determination, he's been given the okay to continue with all of his sports.

Tony Adams - June 2016

When Shondra Nelson, a thoracic oncology nurse speaks with patients at the John B. Amos Cancer Center, her compassion comes through sincerely. This ability to relate and comfort is in large part because Nelson was diagnosed with cervical cancer almost a decade ago and is now dealing with it spreading to her lungs.

Tom Laventure - June 2016

During the opening ceremonies at the Stutsman County Relay for Life event, at the University of Jamestown Taylor Stadium, Josh Bond plans to speak out on his appreciation of support he received during his three-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Nicole Van Hoey, PharmD - June 2016

Though many who take leave from work to get treatment for cancer assume they will return to "normal life" following the end of treatment, come to the realization that their plans may need to change. Side effects can often interfere with one's ability to resume the work they had previously engaged in and survivors may need to explore a new path.

Nathan Brown - June 2016

Trevor's Law, a bill that will allow for tracking of clusters of cancer has passed Congress, after seven years of work and delay. The bill is named after Idaho childhood cancer survivor, Trevor Schaefer, and was introduced by U.S. Senator Mike Crapo. a survivor of cancer himself.

Business News - June 2016

Barclays will be launching an internship program in New York targeting people who had taken a career break from the finance industry. This is the latest move, of many, by big banks to emphasize its focus on work-life balance.

Laura Perry - June 2016

While taking a prerequisite exam for nursing school, Allyson Stephens experienced excruciating pain in her abdomen. A CT scan revealed a large mass, which turned out to be ovarian cancer. Despite this turn of events, Stephens refused to give up her dream and just one day after surgery she submitted her nursing school application to UCLA.

Cipla Medpro - June 2016

Lindsay Greef, a social worker who was diagnosed with cancer and has since recovered, is now a manager of Oncology Social Work Services at GVI Oncology and co-founder of People Living with Cancer.

Barbara Selden - June 2016

Barbara Selden, a four-year cancer survivor and an administrative assistant and medical staff coordinator at Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital in Johnstown. She opens up about the importance of June 5, National Cancer Survivors Day, and a little about her survival story and who helped her through.

Charlie Edward - June 2016

Brian Kakas, Associate Ceramics Professor at a Northern Michigan University, came to realize that surviving cancer was not the only outcome of his journey. Having touched clay, every day for twenty-three years, ceramics has been an integral part of his life. His diagnosis at 17 pushed him to take risks and explore the world around him.

Stephen Feller - June 2016

For many patients, not having health insurance or an inability to meet general household expenses is the main barrier to delaying care.

Daniel Caley - June 2016

Cancers of the Head & Neck published it's first study looking at disability and employment outcomes in patients with head and neck cancer related to the human papillomavirus.

Melissa Treolo - June 2016

Ed Kempf, Shawnee resident and smiling familiar face at Snack Shak Phillips 66 gas station in Johnson County, is also a cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy. However, his diagnosis has not stopped him from opening the store every morning of the week, arriving by 6 a.m.

Scott Gilbert - June 2016

As millions of adults and children across the U.S. beat cancer, they identify as survivors. However, while this victory over cancer can lead to a sense of gratitude, it can also bring with it a range of physical and emotional challenges.

Mark Smulian - June 2016

A recent survey of 500 human resource professionals has found that very few employers have plans in place to deal with staff who have a cancer diagnosis.

URMC - June 2016

Researchers at the University of Rochester Wilmot Cancer Institute discovered that exercise can act as an inexpensive way to address neuropathy, in hands and feet, due to chemotherapy. Patients took part in a six-week walking routine with gentle, resistance-band training at home.

Steve Bates - June 2016

Though employers often mean well, mistakes made in handling the topic of an employee's cancer diagnosis can make for a really uncomfortable situation. HR can provide the support needed to make the devastating diagnosis slightly more manageable at work.

Emily Clark - May 2016

Jodie Sterling, affectionately referred to as Jo Jo, was diagnosed with Type 3A breast cancer in 2012. While fighting the cancer, she turned her focus on to her diet, hoping it would aid in her battle. Despite eating healthy, her sweet tooth remained and she began working on a recipe that would be healthy and satisfy her cravings.

Ed Sussman - May 2016

According to the 2016 ACSO Cancer Survivorship Symposium, within about 5 years after completing treatment for non-metastatic colorectal cancer treatment, most patients who were working prior to their diagnosis are back in the workplace.

Rebecca Nellis - May 2016

Cancer and Careers Chief Mission Officer, Rebecca Nellis, sits down with the American Institute for Cancer Research to explain the work of CAC and provide tips on how to return to work following a cancer diagnosis.

Maria Martin - May 2016

Despite the journey that is the football recruiting process, offensive lineman Brodarious Hamm, always knew the decision was Auburn. Since he was a kid, Hamm remembers knowing Auburn was for him. However, in the middle of the recruitment process, Hamm was told he had cancer.

Amy Bower Doucette - May 2016

After giving up a design job in NYC to work with horses thirty years ago, Stacey Small has found this decision has very much impacted the way in which she dealt with her cancer. Small studied holistic treatments for racehorses, and has found this knowledge to be very useful in managing her own health and diagnosis.