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Carmen, Egypt

Carmen, 11, recalls her mum's stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis at 8. She felt helpless but supported her mother through chemotherapy, now understanding the struggle they faced.

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Fiona, Afghanistan

Fiona, a determined woman from Victoria, never imagined the persistent fatigue and swollen lymph nodes she’d been battling for years were signs of something more serious than just the stresses of...

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Dennis, Canada

Three years after a cancer diagnosis, I achieved unexpected remission through hyper-nutrition. I turned my emotions into music, finding hope and joy amidst it all.

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Sarah, United States

At 27, I faced a shocking diagnosis of choriocarcinoma after discovering a tumor. Grateful for the doctors who saved my life and allowed me to have another child years later.

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Mina, Morocco

This sketch means a lot to me. On one hand, I see in it the clinging to the hand of life, and on the other hand, it reminds me of everyone who supported me during my illness. In moments of illness...

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Bander, Saudi Arabia

Faced with cancer, I choose positivity and strength. Together with warriors worldwide, we will heal and rise, not alone but by God's grace. I love you all. ❤️

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Juliana, Brazil

In the process of healing, reinventing myself, with a lot of faith and resignation. Doing what needs to be done, doing my best to overcome this challenge that life has brought me. There is a lot of...

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Anthony, Australia

I was diagnosed in February 2019 with stage 1-2 Non Hodgkin B Cell Follicular Lymphoma. I had my lump removed at RBWH in Brisbane. I then went through three rounds of RCHOP chemo and 15 days of...

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Marriamal, India

I have seen cancer's cruel toll, losing my brother, father, and mother. Yet, I persevere, supporting patients and dreaming of a vaccine to end this suffering.

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Dina, South Africa

Facing multiple cancers, I embraced life, choosing joy and love over pain. Each moment became a gift, reminding me that I am not my illness; I am my joy.

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Trushdeep, India

A medical student's surgical experience turns poignant as he encounters a former mentor, a nurse, succumbing to late-stage breast cancer due to neglect.

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Louisa, South Africa

My son was given up on by health care professionals and died at 24 due to stage 4 lymphoma. They sent him home without explanation. I have lost all trust in people.💔😭

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Jorge, Mexico

Los niños hispanos con cáncer luchan contra una desigualdad genética y social. Ayudarles a vencer esta batalla inspira a seguir buscando mejores oportunidades.

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Nancy, Mexico

As oncologists we are always here to support them. Authorized photo of patient after cytoreduction surgery.

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Harjeet, Canada

Strength is my crown; beauty is my resilience*

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Denise, United States

I have embraced myself and what I have accomplished with my cancer journey. I see everything in a new light and welcomed my new belief in god. For him and prayer I am still here

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Antonia, United States

After my cancer diagnosis on July 16, 2024, fear overwhelmed me. But as I gained clarity, I felt empowered and proud to join a supportive community.

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Malwinder, Malaysia

Spread awareness and share knowledge to people

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Araminta, Mexico

A los 23 años me diagnosticaron un Linfoma y, al compartir experiencias con otros pacientes, descubrí que la oncología es una profesión profundamente humana.

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Camilo, United States

In late 2021, Camilo faces serious health issues, ultimately diagnosed with Medulloblastoma. And in late 2023, Camilo was diagnosed with Bronchiolitis obliterans incurable lung disease.

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Lola, Indonesia

I am a breast cancer survivor, having faced challenges and emerged with strength, gratitude, and a renewed appreciation for life.

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Lyani, United States

I am a cancer survivor reflecting on the struggles my family faced. I see cancer as a silent epidemic and advocate for better access to care and information. Hope drives action!

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Lucia, Colombia

La tímida Lucia contará su historia de como le hará frente al diagnóstico de células anormales que crecieron en su mama derecha (denominado científicamente cáncer pero que yo llamare células...

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Gary, Australia

I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2018. Since then, I have undergone surgery, radiotherapy, and hormone therapy. The cancer has now progressed to stage 4 after metastasizing to my ribs

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