Faces&VoicesofCancer

Faces and Voices of Cancer is a project by MediaWerks & the National Foundation for Cancer Research to tell the stories of cancer patients and survivors.

[National Foundation for Cancer Research @NFCR]

The 2021 Szent-Györgyi Prize is being awarded to a pioneering research duo who have paved the path to life-saving T-cell receptor-based cancer immunotherapies. Read more about winners Mark Davis and Tak Mak here: https://t.co/6o0uu9Aw36.

[National Foundation for Cancer Research @NFCR]

It is never too late to start living a healthier life! Celebrate #NationalCancerPreventionMonth with us by committing to these 5 healthy habits. #CancerPrevention https://t.co/G7ox2FjOm9

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

Today is a great day to begin your "Journey of Generosity" in 2021. Read more about the journey of giving from Former Chairman & CEO of Home Depot, Frank Blake. #WorldCancerDay #Generosity #GiveBack #Together4ACure ➡️https://t.co/z3UMLPRo4v

[National Foundation for Cancer Research @NFCR]

One year ago, the U.S. declared COVID-19 a National Public Health Emergency. Now, we're proud to share that NFCR supported cancer research is helping to uncover the best treatments for COVID-19 patients. #ResearchSavesLives #COVID19 #cancer https://t.co/yFEcdcBtlX

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

COVID-19 seriously impacted our fight, but 2021 is the year of the comeback, and we're ready to #defeatcancer TOGETHER. Please make your early #WorldCancerDay gift to support @NFCR now: https://t.co/GFQHb7PywR #3days #cancer

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

During the month of November we strive to bring more attention, awareness, and progress toward Pancreatic Cancer Awareness. Join us and others around the world in using your voice, donating, or getting involved with organizations that support pancreatic cancer research.

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

" Cancer is scary, cancer does not play fair, cancer is not picky. Family, friends, doctors, nurses and the entire staffing at the hospital all made me feel like I was not walking alone. I embrace life now like never before." -Sharon Bailey, Indiana, Breast Cancer Patient

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Faces & Voices wants to share your stories! Join others impacted by cancer and those impacting cancer treatment including: patients, survivors, family members of patients & survivors, clinicians, researchers, & non-profit leaders & submit your story here https://t.co/UxONUxJ1z9

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

Pink and Blue Ribbons for the Breast Cancer Awareness month of October, because men get breast cancer too!

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

"I don't know if I have one month or ten more years, so I do my best to live each day as if it might be my last." -Shari Sheranian, Midway, Utah, Breast Cancer Patient

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

" I am grateful for everything in my life and for everything I have gone through. I now know so much more about life and now see exactly what is important." -Katie Garcia, CA, survivor, Hodgkin’s lymphoma

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

"In this short time, she has already shown us such courage and bravery, that we know will get her through this difficult journey and she will come out to the other side with flying colors." -Terra Shepler, CA, caretaker and mother to Ayla, Bilateral Wilms Tumor, patient

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

We believe stories are a catalyst for unity, understanding and community. We stand with those who are facing their battle with cancer in any capacity - survivor, patient, loved-one, caregiver, or doctor. If you have a story to tell, we are here to listen. #StoriesofCancer

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

" I believe I was put on this earth to help others become better, healthier, and stronger. If I didn’t have my family and friends as my support system I don’t know where I would be today." -Eugenia Maria Bradshaw

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

All women are susceptible to developing #GynecologicCancer. During September we are reminded of the importance of screenings, self-checking, knowing our bodies and knowing our risk. We also honor those who have been touched by one of the seven types of gynecologic cancer.

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

"Today I am still in remission and I understand that I live a borrowed life and that every day is a gift from God." -Mariel Vrtis, St. Paul, MN, survivor, hodgkin’s lymphoma

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

'I’m a lucky person to have such positive and strong people near me like my mother! Try to focus on that you are alive and you, of course, have a lot of reasons to live." -Elena Cherniavskaia, Russia, patient, sarcoma

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

"I am cancer free! It was a rough journey and I am thankful for all the support I had with family and friends." -Lena Vance, Mesa/AZ, survivor, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

[Faces&VoicesofCancer @StoriesofCancer]

Caregiving. The role is nothing short of challenging. Even if they are few and far in-between, we find moments of joy. What do those moments look like? What makes it rewarding?

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September is #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth. Blood cancer an umbrella term for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Today we recognize and stand beside those who have been touched by blood cancer.