Melanie is
Blood Cancer United

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In 2017 I was first diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma, I had a 6 months treatment and got into remission, after 2 years the doctors told me that I had a relapse and now Im half way in my treatment at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego.

I'm very excited because after my stem cell transplant i will be able to continue my medical assistant program and then start nursing school! My boyfriend is also a lymphoma survivor and we have been supporting each other in this journey.

I'm a 20 year old women with a lot of goals in life and I cannot wait to make them come true!

Melanie

Lymphoma Survivor

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Tricia

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Jane, Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) patient, with companion

Jane

Hodgkin lymphoma

Gianna, Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) patient and advocate, pictured with other supporters

Gianna

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Matt

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Michael

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

Blood cancer patient receiving intensive hospital care while lying in a hospital bed surrounded by medical monitoring equipment, IV medications, and respiratory support devices. The image reflects the serious challenges of blood cancer treatment, highlighting the physical impact of leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood cancers. It represents the strength and resilience of blood cancer patients facing complications, hospitalization, and critical stages of treatment and recovery.

Jennifer

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Casey

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Brianna

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Riley

Family member and caregiver

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Kim

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Dannie

nodular sclerosis classic Hodgkin lymphoma (NSHL)

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Zach

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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