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Cancer Survivor

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sports10 days ago•9 min saved

Trey Mancini Announces Retirement After Inspirational MLB Career

Veteran first baseman Trey Mancini announced his retirement after parts of eight MLB seasons with the Orioles, Cubs, Astros and Angels. He overcame a colon cancer diagnosis in 2020, made a remarkable comeback in 2021 including a Home Run Derby run and AL Comeback Player of the Year, and later won a World Series with Houston in 2022 before a final Angels stint in 2026. Mancini finishes with a .263/.327/.448 career line, 129 homers, 404 RBIs in 836 games and leaves behind a legacy as a beloved clubhouse leader and inspiration, with a possible move into broadcasting on the horizon.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#baltimore-orioles #cancer-survivor #mlb

entertainment20 days ago•5 min saved

Towle’s final runway moment: Miami Swim Week amid a cancer battle

Model Sydney Towle, 26, who was fighting cholangiocarcinoma for three years, walked in a May 28 Miami Swim Week show produced by The Chemo Club and Post Swim, just weeks before entering hospice and passing away; her public posts and family notes celebrated resilience and embracing scars as strength.

via Miami Herald|

#cancer-survivor #cholangiocarcinoma #entertainment

health1 month ago•11 min saved

Breathless to Breakthrough: A Non-Smoking Mom Defies Stage 4 Lung Cancer

Summer Farmen, a 44-year-old Pennsylvania mom with three kids, began experiencing severe breathlessness in early 2020 and was diagnosed with stage 4 alk-positive lung cancer—a rare, non-hereditary mutation highly treatable with targeted therapy. Though prognosis was grim, she has lived more than six years and become a patient advocate through Alk Positive Inc., funding research, leading support programs, and educating others about treatment options and clinical trials while continuing regular scans and treatment.

via Business Insider|

#advocacy #alk-positive #cancer-survivor

health2 months ago•41 min saved

Cancer Survivor Rebuilds Smile with 54K Dental Implants, Embraces a New Confidence

A cancer survivor from Arkansas, who endured Hodgkin lymphoma as a child and a 2022 domestic-violence incident that damaged her teeth, spent about $54,000 on dental implants (financed after partial insurance coverage). Her dramatic post-surgery swelling and bruising went viral, but the finished result restored her smile and confidence after years of hardship.

via Yahoo Lifestyle Canada|

#bruising #cancer-survivor #dental-implants

health5 months ago•51 min saved

Miracle CRISPR treatment cures stage 4 colon cancer in a 12-patient trial

Emma Weston-Dimery, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at 23, was one of 12 patients in a Phase 1 trial of CRISPR-Cas9 gene-edited immune cells. After cells were edited to better attack the cancer and reinfused in early 2023, two nodules disappeared within a month and the remaining cancer vanished by month two. She is now cancer-free, the only patient in the trial to achieve complete remission. The study showed mixed results for others, with some stabilization and several deaths due to the disease. A Phase 2 trial and a pill-form version of the therapy are planned, and Weston-Dimery is now an advocate for clinical trials and patient awareness.

via Daily Mail|

#cancer-survivor #cancer-trial #colon-cancer

health5 months ago•33 min saved

Two-Time Cancer Survivor Battles Botulism After Fermented Swordfish Meal

Trinity Peterson-Mayes, a 24-year-old two-time cancer survivor, developed life‑threatening botulism after she and friends tried a homemade fermented swordfish. She was quickly hospitalized, intubated with a central line in her neck and an NG tube, and is expected to be released after weeks of recovery. Two of her five friends also contracted botulism. Doctors note the illness is rare but can cause breathing paralysis, and her mother has started a GoFundMe to support her rehabilitation.

via Yahoo News New Zealand|

#botulism #cancer-survivor #fermented-swordfish

health5 months ago•4 min saved

From Barings to a Second Act: Nick Leeson Living Fully After Cancer

Nick Leeson, the trader whose unauthorized trades toppled Barings Bank, survived colon cancer diagnosed during a prison sentence after surgery and six months of chemotherapy; decades later he has had regular colonoscopies with no recurrence and credits a proactive mindset and ongoing medical care for a full life, while continuing a familiar lifestyle of exercise and occasional indulgences and avoiding self-diagnosis online.

via Business Insider|

#cancer-survivor #colon-cancer #health

health5 months ago•5 min saved

Pioneering trial gives cervical cancer patient a second life

After being told she had less than a year to live from stage 3 cervical cancer, Aricca Wallace joined a National Cancer Institute–Rutgers trial in 2012, where doctors engineered immune cells to attack her tumor; following surgery and treatment, her cancer became undetectable by December 2012 and she has remained cancer-free for over 13 years, now sharing her story to advocate for self-advocacy and awareness while researchers continue to refine cell-based therapies.

via USA Today|

#cancer-survivor #cervical-cancer #clinical-trial

health10 months ago•6 min saved

Living with Uncertainty: A Prostate Cancer Survivor's Perspective

An individual diagnosed with stage 2 prostate cancer chooses active surveillance, viewing himself as a survivor who thrives despite the diagnosis, supported by faith, family, and community efforts to raise awareness and promote early testing, especially among Black men.

via AL.com|

#active-surveillance #cancer-survivor #health

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Jerry Jones Overcomes Stage 4 Cancer, Inspiring Hope and Awareness

Brian Schottenheimer, Cowboys head coach, revealed he was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at age 28 and successfully overcame it, emphasizing the importance of hope and support during such battles, inspired by fellow cancer survivor and NFL figure Dan Snyder.

via Dallas Cowboys|

#brian-schottenheimer #cancer-survivor #cowboys

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Overcomes Stage 4 Melanoma After Decade-Long Battle

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones revealed he battled stage 4 melanoma for a decade, undergoing multiple surgeries, and was saved by an experimental PD-1 immunotherapy drug, which has now eliminated his tumors.

via Dallas News|

#cancer-survivor #dallas-cowboys #jerry-jones

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Germany's Berger Shines in Euro 2025 Victory Over France

Ann-Katrin Berger played a crucial role in Germany's Euro 2025 quarterfinal victory over France, making key saves and scoring a penalty in a tense shootout, demonstrating resilience after overcoming cancer and criticism. Despite playing with 10 players for over 100 minutes, Berger's performance was pivotal, earning praise from her coach and showcasing her mental toughness and penalty expertise.

via DW|

#ann-katrin-berger #cancer-survivor #euro-2025

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Doctor Highlights Key Symptoms of Stage 4 Colon Cancer

Dr. Lauren Juyia, a gynecologist from Florida, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at 37 after noticing unusual symptoms like pelvic heaviness and fatigue, rather than typical colon cancer signs. Despite the advanced stage, she underwent successful treatment and is now cancer-free. Dr. Juyia emphasizes the importance of being vigilant about unusual symptoms, even for those under the typical screening age of 45, and encourages early screening and awareness.

via UNILAD|

#cancer-survivor #colon-cancer #early-detection

health-cancer2 years ago•7 min saved

"Surviving Cancer: The Power of Research, Persistence, and Second Opinions"

Robin Clough, a cancer survivor, shares her journey of battling an aggressive form of thyroid cancer with the support of her partner, Dr. Gene Dorio, and their blended family. After undergoing extensive treatment, including chemotherapy and radiation, a targeted therapy drug called Retevmo led to the miraculous remission of her cancer. Clough's story emphasizes the importance of research, persistence, and seeking second opinions in medical care, as well as the crucial role of love and support from family and friends in facing life-threatening medical crises.

via Los Angeles Times|

#cancer-survivor #health-cancer #love-and-support

health-cancer-survivor-medical-journey2 years ago•10 min saved

"Surviving 21 Years of Cancer: A University Pain's Unexpected Journey"

Amy Hennessy, a 42-year-old teacher from Brisbane, has battled cancer for 21 years, enduring multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, and ongoing health issues. Diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma at 21, she underwent a grueling 16-hour surgery and subsequent treatments. Despite being declared cancer-free in 2004, the cancer recurred twice, leading to further surgeries and complications. In 2020, she was diagnosed with bladder cancer, requiring the removal and reconstruction of her bladder. Amy remains optimistic, aiming to inspire others with her positive cancer story and is focused on regaining her health. Her husband recently completed a charity bike ride to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.

via Daily Mail|

#bladder-cancer #cancer-survivor #ewing-sarcoma