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A person is standing outdoors in front of dense green foliage, wearing a black T-shirt with bold white text that reads “MEGA LAB” above a stylized skull graphic. The image is well-lit with natural light, and the background consists of leafy trees or bushes.

John

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

Two people are sitting together in a hospital room. One person is seated on the bed wearing a black Nirvana T-shirt and plaid pajama pants, while the other person, wearing blue medical scrubs and gloves, is kneeling beside the bed. Both individuals are forming a heart shape with their hands. The background features a large decorative backdrop with a rustic western theme, including a wooden barn door, cowboy hat, boots, wagon wheel, guitar, and cactus. Medical equipment and monitors are visible around the bed.

Genesis

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Shoulder-length wavy hair with a rich brown color and subtle lighter highlights, styled in loose curls. The person is wearing a dark top, and the background is a plain light-colored wall.

Carrie

non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Person wearing a black collared shirt against a gradient background transitioning from light gray to blue. The individual has short, neatly styled brown hair.

Brent

lymphomatoid granulomatosis (LYG)

Person standing in front of a backdrop with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Light The Night logos, holding a large sign that reads “SIGNING UP TO SAVE LIVES” in bold letters. The sign also includes the event hashtags and logos. The individual is wearing a blue button-up shirt with suspenders and is pointing toward the sign.

Zac

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

Woman standing on a rock ledge with arms raised, wearing hiking attire and sunglasses, with a vast canyon landscape in the background under a cloudy sky.

Monica

acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

A large group of runners gathered at the starting line of a city marathon event. The foreground shows a person wearing a purple and white athletic shirt with a hydration vest featuring neon green accents. Other participants around are dressed in various athletic gear, including tank tops and race bibs. In the background, tall modern buildings, traffic lights, and a red inflatable race marker are visible, indicating an urban setting.

Carol

Family member and supporter

A group of people standing in a circle with their arms extended inward, forming a cluster of fists. Each person is wearing a purple wristband with text on it. The image shows a variety of skin tones and clothing styles, including patterned sleeves and solid colors. The focus is on the unity and collective gesture of the group.

Isabel

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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