Become a bone marrow donor, save a life

BY Gillian Kruse

After starting chemotherapy, it became clear that my acute myeloid leukemia (AML) was going to be tough to beat. The chemo would kill it, but it could come back. To lower the chances of this, my doctors suggested I consider a bone marrow transplant.

I made an appointment to learn about the bone marrow transplant process. Afterwards, my care team and I decided that getting a bone marrow donation was the best option for me.&nbsp...

Rectal cancer survivor celebrates life with 5K race

BY Bill Lambert

After my rectal cancer surgery, walking was a challenge. But thanks to my care team, my supportive family and friends and lots of hard work...

Facing the adoption process after cancer recurrence

BY Brittany Hurst

I think most young people picture their lives as college, engagement, marriage and having a family. My husband and I were no different. We'd...

Helping cancer patients and caregivers with one-on-one support

BY Amanda Swennes

Our program that connects cancer patients, caregivers and survivors through one-on-one support has a new name. But the mission and motto remain...

How to cope with insomnia during cancer treatment

BY Pamela Schlembach, M.D.

"I just want a good night's sleep, doctor." This is something I hear very frequently from my cancer patients on our weekly visits...

Why I did advance care planning at age 23

BY Rita Avila

When I was rediagnosed with tongue cancer at age 23, I had to deal with a lot of things most people my age had never considered. But whenever...

Adopting a healthy lifestyle after cancer

BY Gail Morse

After my breast cancer treatment, I was so inspired and gung ho about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I had just lost 10 pounds and felt...

How a colon cancer diagnosis helped forge a new career path

BY Brian Doucet

"Listen to your mother" is advice that is sometimes easier said than done. But for Edgar Garcia, following it just may have saved...

A melanoma survivor's tips for finding a dermatologist

BY Amanda Woodward

As a melanoma survivor, I know how important it is to find the right dermatologist. After all, I've spent my fair share of time doing just...