Sally, a breast cancer survivor, sought support for the mental affects of her treatment. She emphasizes the importance of talking about sexual problems with your doctor, and she openly discusses her experience with a clinical trial.
Senator Tom Harkin - Sibling
Four of Senator Harkins siblings have passed away from cancer. He talks about employment discrimination against survivors, losing loved ones to cancer and changing public policy to protect the rights of people living with cancer.
Stacy H. - Papillary Carcinoma Survivor
Stacy is a papillary carcinoma survivor. She discusses the aftereffects of radiation treatment, changes to her thyroid and communicating with her husband.
Samantha E. - Ewings Sarcoma Survivor
Samantha is a Ewings sarcoma survivor. She talks about meeting other survivors at conferences, getting involved in the cancer community and dealing with the aftereffects of treatment.
Sharon C. - Brain Cancer Survivor
Sharon, a three-time cancer survivor, talks about dealing with the anger she felt. She also discusses the importance of the support she got from her caregivers throughout her two recurrences.
Steve V. - Lyposarcoma Survivor
Steve is a liposarcoma survivor. He talks about experiencing survivor guilt, the importance of clinical trials and working to change public policy for cancer survivors.
Scott T. - Neuroendocrine Tumor of the Pancreas Survivor
Scott is a survivor of a neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas. He discusses his participation in a clinical trial, dating and new relationships and setting priorities in his life.
Sharon D. - Breast Cancer Survivor
As a four-year breast cancer survivor, Sharon recognizes the importance of communicating with her health care team. Today she talks about the crucial support from her husband and the anger she felt when she was diagnosed.
Steven F. - Testicular Cancer Survivor
Steven is a testicular cancer survivor. He discusses managing his fertility options and getting involved in the cancer community.
Sebastian P. - Acute Myelogenous Leukemia Survivor
Sebastian is an acute myelogenous leukemia survivor. Edgar talks about moving his family from Guatemala in order to provide his son, Sebastian, with quality care, setting his sons health as top priority and navigating the health care system.
Shirley S. - Colon Cancer Survivor
As a a colon cancer survivor, Shirley discusses her experience with an ileostomy, the evolving relationship with her family and the process of returning to work after treatment.
Susan B. - Leiomyosarcoma Survivor
Susan is a leiomyosarcoma survivor. She talks about experiencing aftereffects of cancer treatment, sexual dysfunction and finding emotional support.