Jane Biehl Ph.D.

As a 12-year survivor of myelodysplastic syndrome, I’ve learned that each of us faces cancer our own way, and in the end, we can say we lived life our way.

A cancer survivor explains that we must all become involved in trying to bring back cancer research.

I never would have survived through 15 years of cancer without my two passions: faith and writing.

Butterflies are believed to be a symbol of resurrection and hope. This is an inspiring story about this phenomenon.

I’ve survived rare blood cancer for 15 years, but the lasting side effects have taken a toll — even so, I still find purpose, joy and reasons to keep going.

I describe what it is like to have an “invisible” cancer.

As a cancer survivor I explain the importance of looking forward to life.

After a long battle with illness and seeking many specialists, I emphasize the need to self-advocate for ongoing care following my cancer diagnosis.

In an upside-down, topsy-turvy world, cancer can be a distraction for us.

As a cancer survivor, I talk about where to look for the light when in utter darkness.

As a cancer survivor, I describe battling both cancer and infections and the toll it takes on my body.

I have been frustrated lately by my increasing slowness following an blood cancer diagnosis, which has become noticeable to others.

After a long and difficult journey, I finally published the book I set out to write as my legacy, overcoming cancer and the challenges of deafness.

As a survivor of MDS, I’ve learned to make the best of every day and to be thankful for life. Sometimes this means avoiding others who are less grateful.

I spent my life racing against time, until my cancer diagnosis forced me to hit the brakes.

With my myelodysplastic syndrome and age, I find it hard to keep up; however, cancer and fatigue have taught me to live at my own pace.

Having myelodysplastic syndromes has taught me to cherish every day and to pursue the things that matter to me, like publishing a book I’ve been writing.

Cancer has changed my self-image, but I’ve learned a few tricks to help boost my self-confidence.

Just like athletes in the Olympics, it's important for cancer survivors to keep track of everything they feel and to know their bodies well.

Although MDS didn’t leave physical scars, the invisible ones, like side effects from treatment, are ones that linger.

As a cancer survivor, I realize that life doesn’t always go the way we think it will, but it doesn’t erase the guilt.

I’ve experienced mixed emotions during my periods of remission for my myelodysplastic syndrome.

As a cancer survivor, I’m pleading for more research on cancer related fatigue.

I must admit when people call us cancer survivors "strong," it's a double-edged sword.

I was surprised that COVID-19 taught me how to cope with the daily annoyances of cancer.

A cancer survivor described the agony of making a life-or-death decision.

The moment when I was told that my immune deficiency and rare cancer were linked.

My visits to the local cancer center were very impactful as a cancer survivor, and I consider that staff a part of my family.

COVID is unpredictable and scary, much like cancer.

Trust me, I made the mistake of blaming every symptom on my cancer.