Patient & Caregiver Stories

Rachel Meuser

"The worst part of getting screened is the prep, but it not that bad. The procedure itself is very easy. Early detection is key in this battle. Always find the good. Although my neuropathy has caused me my fingers and feet to go numb, I am still able to enjoy walks with my dog. Live your life to the fullest on the recovery weeks. NEVER GIVE UP!"

Jessica Bishop

"The sooner you find out anything, the sooner you can attack it! Believe and talk to GOD. That is the only thing that has helped me."

Sylvia Martorell

"Early detection can save your life. I am a true testament to that, and I will keep spreading the awareness of how important it is to listen to your body. Never given to this monster of a disease keep fighting we are stronger than what we believe."

Melissa Tkachuk

Dana Gianfrancesco

"This journey is not easy, but it can be done with grace and peace. We need each other to get through this because only we understand the PTSD that is created from hearing, "You have cancer." Each stage has its own issues. Find your people."

Natalie Riede

"I discovered the power of guided meditation, hypnosis, and talking therapy, which all gave me the tools I needed to be able to process my emotions, release stress, and anxiety and start living my life again."

Yolanda Harris

"Be afraid of the unknown. Get screened because there is power in knowing. My husband would always tell me we are stronger together. My family and friends would tell me I don’t fight alone; we fight together."

Welda Varela

"Never, ever give up. Your attitude is 50% of the fight."

Jennifer VanMeter

"You are worth it and turn your pain into a purpose to help others. Never give up. Allow yourself grace and lean on others."

Kris Sharp

"You are stronger than you think! Even if it’s getting up off the couch to change the TV channel, you are strong!"

Sarah Dean

"In conclusion, make sure you laugh! It might be an old saying, but it’s true: "Laughter is the best medicine." Also, take care of your mental health, too! When you’re ready, seek out therapy to help process everything."

Keith Cox

"Stop fearing the unknown! They can’t treat what they don’t know! Keep telling your story. Every time I tell mine, I always get a private question about symptoms."