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A person wearing a bright blue cape with the word “SURVIVOR” printed on the back stands outdoors at an event. The cape also features a logo and text related to healthcare. The person is holding a white paper lantern. In the background, there is a large white tent with signage that reads “PATIENT & SUPERHERO TENT,” and several other people are visible around the area. The ground is paved with stone bricks.

Melanie

On December , , I heard the words no one wants or expects to hear, "you have cancer." I had been feeling tired and easily out of breath for about two …

A couple dressed in formal wedding attire stands under an ornate black metal gazebo in a garden setting. The person on the left is wearing a white strapless wedding gown with a long train and a veil, while the person on the right is wearing a black suit with a white boutonniere. They are standing close together, holding hands, surrounded by greenery and colorful flowers.

Michael

On October , , I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). My wife, Phyllis, who is an RN at the local VA hospital, was my primary caregiver. W…

Tackling Medical Debt

A person wearing a hospital gown with a crescent moon and star pattern stands next to a hospital bed. The person has an IV line attached to their arm and is connected to an IV pole holding multiple fluid bags and infusion pumps. The background shows a wall with medical equipment, outlets, and tubing.

Mike

Back on October , , I went to the ER for a spider bite that turned out to be acute myeloid leukemia (AML). On November , I had my first bone marrow bi…

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Nevin

I was diagnosed with stage Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) at years old. HL is an aggressive blood cancer that spreads throughout the lymphatic system. Two y…

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Nicholas

The fight against cancer has always been a passion of mine. In college, I served on the Board of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life chapter fo…

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Nicole

After months of misdiagnoses and feeling extremely fatigued, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) the morning after my 23rd birthday. I h…

Dare 2 Dream

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Oren

My story starts on July , . We were two months away from my daughter’s Bat Mitzvah, and I decided to treat myself and get a custom suit made. I went i…

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Paul

In , I was years old, a freshman at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and living in the dorms. It was spring quarter, and I remember clearly reading on my do…

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William

years ago (May ), I was diagnosed with chronic lymphoblastic leukemia (CLL). As anyone who has had a diagnosis of cancer understands, depression set i…

Blood cancer survivor wearing a light-colored jacket stands outdoors at night holding a glowing white lantern and a blue light stick. At Light The Night. Behind them is a large illuminated inflatable sign that reads “FIGHT” in bold red letters, set against a dark background with trees faintly visible.

Tracey

I was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in after a routine physical after my 50th birthday. It was a complete shock, and with no real…

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Blood Cancer United Awards Recognize Individuals for Excellence in Scientific Research & Service to the Blood Cancer Community

WASHINGTON, Dec. , – Thanks to an array of scientific advances, more people who are diagnosed with blood cancer today will be cured than ever before.…

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How to brighten holidays in the hospital for cancer patients

Cancer treatment doesn’t pause for the holidays. While the world outside is filled with lights and laughter, inside the hospital walls, patients are o…

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Living Well with Blood Cancer

Program details:Join us for an informative educational program featuring sessions on key issues impacting patients and survivors. This program inclu…

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Paulava

This year marks my sixth year in remission. I am a survivor of multiple myeloma (MM). It's been a daily battle, but I get through each and every day o…

A person is lying on a hammock outdoors, holding an acoustic guitar and playing it. Two children are lying close on either side, one wearing a dark shirt and the other wrapped in a blue blanket. The hammock has a red cushion, and green grass is visible in the background.

Paulie

If you’re reading this while going through treatment — or loving someone who is — you might know the feeling; it’s : a.m., and sleep won’t come. Your …

A person is sitting upright in a hospital bed covered with a beige blanket, wearing a blue shirt with medical bandages on the arm. Another person standing beside the bed is holding a clear medical bag containing red fluid, likely blood or stem cells. The room includes medical equipment, a monitor, and a wall chart labeled “Patient BMT Journey.” The setting appears to be a hospital or clinical environment.

Peter

I first had an inkling something was wrong more than a year and a half before diagnosis, when red and platelet counts were out of whack after a body s…

A person is sitting on the arm of a gray upholstered chair with a large brown dog sitting on the seat next to them. The person is wearing a light pink short-sleeve shirt, khaki pants, patterned socks, and brown shoes. Behind them is a white window blind with a floor lamp partially in front of it. A framed picture hangs on the wall above the chair, and part of a beige rug is visible on the floor.

Ralph

Not sure my case is at all typical, but it would be interesting if other multiple myeloma (MM) sufferers shared some similarities. As best I can tell,…

a patient erson standing indoors on a wooden floor, wearing a maroon T-shirt with a yellow and blue shield logo featuring the letters “FH” and dark jeans. The person is posing with both arms bent and fists raised in a flexing gesture. The background shows a hallway with yellow walls, framed photos, and a living room area with a couch and decorative items.

Rhonda

To begin, I have been faced with insurmountable health challenges that I am very grateful to have survived. Many people call me the miracle child. I h…

A person standing on a sidewalk next to a large bear statue dressed in a yellow hat and holding a yellow object. The bear statue has “Gatlinburg” written on its chest and is seated on a bench. The person is wearing a white top, bright pink skirt, and silver shoes, and is holding a light-colored handbag. In the background, there is a street with a yellow dividing line, an American flag, and storefronts including one with a sign that reads “American Traditions.”

Roberta

My chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) journey has just begun. I was diagnosed in December originally by my primary care physician and was quickly ref…

Richmond

Richmond

Two people are seated closely together at a table in a dimly lit restaurant. Behind them is a festive holiday garland decorated with pine branches, red ribbons, ornaments, and small lights. The individuals are dressed in formal attire; one is wearing a checkered shirt under a dark plaid jacket, and the other is wearing a dark top with a necklace. The background includes a mirror reflecting other diners and the restaurant setting.

Stuart

Five years ago, Toni underwent a bone marrow biopsy because of unexplained anemia. She was found to have myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a precursor t…

A person wearing a light-colored sweater and a dark cap is holding a card with a childlike drawing of a rainbow, clouds, raindrops, and a sun. The card has bold text at the top that reads “FAITH. HOPE. & COURAGE.” and at the bottom it says “YOU ARE A CANCER WARRIOR!” followed by “JEREMIAH 17:14.” The background shows an indoor setting with ceiling lights.

Timothy

I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) during my -year annual physical. No symptoms, still working my outdoor, fairly intense golf job. Blo…

A person wearing a black leather motorcycle jacket and black pants is standing on a paved roadside next to a classic motorcycle. The motorcycle is a vintage model with a dark gray fuel tank, chrome exhaust pipes, and spoked wheels. There is a grassy embankment in the background with a wooden guardrail and a small signpost. The scene appears to be outdoors on a sunny day.

Ted

I was diagnosed with plasmablastic lymphoma (PBL) at the end of . I initially had a swollen lump on the left side of my neck and was told it was only …

An older person wearing a blue plaid flannel shirt and jeans is seated in front of a stone wall, holding a small child dressed in a white long-sleeve top, a denim vest, and a light pink tulle skirt. A lamp with a textured shade is visible to the left, casting warm light on the stones in the background

Mike

Last year, after a series of illnesses over several months (flu, cough, pneumonia, rash), my husband seemed to be declining in his thinking and abili…