Contributors


Barbara Van Nostrand

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God Helped Me See a Better Side During Kidney Cancer

When I was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive kidney cancer, I turned to God and He has helped me through my journey, each step of the way.


Stacie Eirich

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Prisms of Sparkling Light Through Cancer's Storm

Cancer comes with an awful storm, but the prisms of light can make it a little less worse.


Dr. Armine Smith

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Robotic Kidney Cancer Surgery May Aid Recovery, Spare Kidney Function

Robotic and minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery may reduce pain, shorten recovery time and preserve kidney function, according to Dr. Armine Smith.


Lisa Haines

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Rock Star Lung Cancer Supporter and Advocate

A lung cancer survivor describes a passionate advocate who has changed the world of many patients.


Cheryl Alston

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My Cancer Diagnosis Led Me to Discover a Family I Didn’t Know I Had

After being diagnosed with stage 2 colorectal cancer, I discovered that I had two sisters — and a family predisposition to cancer.


Kellie Moore

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An Oncology Nurse Who Is One of a Kind, Kind to Everyone

Among the extraordinary collection of givers are singular nurses who stand above the rest like a beacon guiding the profession toward its highest order. Anthony “Tony” Reynolds, RN, of ARH Cancer Center is one such nurse.


Jeanine Pronio

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Oncology Nurse Amanda Snyder Turns Personal Experience Into Advocacy

Amanda Snyder, a cancer survivor, became an oncology nurse to provide support she once lacked, now leading innovative therapies for patients.


Marisol Del Sol

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My Cancer ‘Surviving Strategies’

I was in disbelief when I was diagnosed with cancer, but then I turned my attention to crafting my surviving strategies.


Yaron Butterfield

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Brain Cancer Interrupted My Life at the Peak of My Career

A long-term brain cancer survivor shares the story of his cancer journey and where it led his life.


Jozel Bautista

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Oncology Nurses Making a Difference in Patients With Cancer

Two nominations for the 2024 Extraordinary Healer award highlight the exceptional contributions of oncology nurses, demonstrating the power of compassionate, patient-centered care.


Kimberly Holiday-Coleman

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How Naming My Lifesaving Ostomy Helped Me Gain Confidence and Find Body Positivity

After being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, my ostomy — which I named Toodles — opened up a world of body positivity for me.



SUSAN AYERS, M.S.N., RN, OCN

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The Essence of Oncology Nursing

Jessica, a master of the art of nursing, bonds with patients who it can be hard to make connections with.


Dr. Neeraj Agarwal

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Treatment Intensification Adoption Differences Across Prostate Cancer

There are differences in prostate cancer treatment intensification adoption between academic and nonacademic physicians.


Antonia Maloney, BSN, RN, OSN

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The Fearless Patient Advocate

Kathleen Coughlin, although small in stature, is often referred to as the “Bulldozer.”


Natalie Schnaitmann

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Understanding Supportive Care Needs in Younger Women With Cancer

Natalie Schnaitmann discusses urgent supportive care gaps younger women with cancer encounter, and how they affect long-term quality of life.


DR. TANYA SIDDIQI

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The Cancer Healer and Educator Patients Want by Their Side

Kelly believes she was called to oncology nursing — and as a physician who works closely with her, I can tell you that’s true.


Anne Dabbs, NCAN TN Chapter Leader, NET Patient

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Four Tips for NETs Spring Cleaning

Physicians and psychologists tell us that a cluttered mind and a cluttered life can be detrimental for those living with a chronic illness. On a daily basis, Neuroendocrine Cancer takes up so much mental and physical space that life can quickly become overwhelming. Let’s do all we can to streamline those actions and thoughts which can distract us from a good quality of life.


Dr. Chandler Park

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Xtandi and Talzenna Therapy Shows Responses in Advanced Prostate Cancer

Dr. Chandler Park sat down for an interview with CURE® to discuss the biggest takeaway from the 2025 ASCO GU Symposium in terms of prostate cancer therapy.


Sunandana Chandra, MD, MS

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Advice for Patients Living with Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

Sunandana Chandra, MD, MS, closes by sharing advice for patients with metastatic uveal melanoma.


Kristen Rabe

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My Health, My Voice: Why Self-Advocacy Is Important

I challenged a mistaken fall risk label before my transplant and proved that self-advocacy is crucial to both quality care and emotional well-being.


Barbara Scott

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Shining Through Cancer and Fear

Even after surgery and chemotherapy, I make sure to shine through cancer and any fear that stares at me.


Nick Power

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Biomarker Testing Tool Empowers Patients With Lung Cancer

The Cancer Support Community's Biomarker Testing Tool can help identify which targeted therapy should be used for treatment in patients with lung cancer.


Bita Fakhri, MD, MPH

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The Future of CLL Care: Medical Breakthroughs and Patient-Physician Collaboration

The discussion will wrap up with perspectives on the future of CLL treatment, including anticipated improvements in patient care and quality of life, emerging therapies, and evolving patient roles in care decisions.


Karen Cohn

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When Others say Your Own Thoughts About Cancer Aloud

I'm a follicular lymphoma survivor, and hearing others name the quiet, lasting changes of life after cancer made me feel seen and understood.


Tianja Grant

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Cracked, Not Broken: Life After Breast Cancer

Breast cancer cracked me open but didn’t break me — it gave me voice, purpose and courage to dream boldly, live fully and speak up for those who can’t.


Neil Scott

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The Powerful Storm Cancer Brings

Cancer's chaos can cause a storm full of unknowns.


Jeffrey Carlberg

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My Wife, My Myeloma Hero

My wife, Michelle, has used this diagnosis as a pillar of strength, doing all she can for her young boys and me and leading the best life she can, while along the way committing to raise funds and awareness to help improve and extend the lives of patients with myeloma


Maureen Rovas

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Hope in Strength

Deborah Pickworth, who is living with stage 4 lung cancer, was nominated for the Lung Cancer Heroes® award for her impact in supporting and advocating for others with the disease.


Paula Schneider

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A Letter to Myself: You Were Made for This Breast Cancer Journey

Paula Schneider, president and CEO of Susan G. Komen®, writes to her younger self on the lessons and challenges she faced as a patient with breast cancer.