cancer guide

Tara Coyote was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in September 2016. She is the author of the #1 Amazon bestseller "Grace, Grit and Gratitude". For two and half years, she went through natural rounds of therapies without any chemo or radiation therapies. Cancer spread in her body and got to stage 4. She was undergoing a lot of pain due to bone metastasis. Her left hip broke due to bone metastasis, and she had to do an emergency double hip surgery. During such times, she focused on building up her immunity. She says to everyone that you are stronger than you think you are. Cancer is not easy but take it as an opportunity. Take good care of yourself and take one day at a time.

Yvette Douglas was 32 years old when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer stage 4. This road has not been easy as she had many health problems, one being a congenital heart problem since her birth. She also had damage to her bones, ligaments, and tendons from chemotherapy treatments. Her bones started to deteriorate, and she currently uses a walker and a cane to get around. She says Believe in God, and Miracles will happen

Rajendra Gupta is a Colorectal Cancer Caregiver to his wife. His wife started having constipation as the primary symptom, and on further tests, it was diagnosed as Colorectal Cancer. They were surprised to know that she had Cancer as she has always been a vegetarian. She Underwent Surgery, 30 Radiotherapy sessions and 12 Chemotherapy cycles as a part of the treatment. She survived Cancer. Both Husband and wife go out to survivors and caregivers houses and provide them with emotional and financial support. They also work with the Ostomy Association Of India in their support group. Rajendra Gupta says it is essential to get the proper awareness of your type of Cancer as the right treatment is the only key to survival.

Marie Mueller Sander was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007 and stage 4 colorectal cancer in 2013. She has been cancer-free for three years. After the colonoscopy, the tumour was found in her sigmoid colon. She had seven surgeries, 24 cycles of chemotherapy, radiofrequency ablation, and radiation therapies as part of her treatment. Her husband and children were the primary support system during her tough times. She worked as a full-timer before her diagnosis, but after the treatment, she quit her job. She says survivors never give up, educate themselves and follow the guidelines for the screening. Summing up her journey, she says, "I have been to hell and back."

Mark Kageyama was diagnosed with Prostate cancer in 2020. He had several ultrasounds, biopsies, bone scans and MRIs during his treatment. Further tests found that cancer had metastasized and moved to his lungs and bones as well. He has a YouTube Channel, 2BYourOwnHero, through which he inspires people to appreciate their lives, health and the opportunities that come their way. Mark believes that every day is a gift, and each day should be treated as a blessing. His message to cancer patients and survivors is to have a positive attitude and appreciate every day of your life. Mark says, "My cancer journey has been a true blessing to my life because it has allowed me to understand what's important in my life.

Ashma Khanani Moosa was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer. She is an integrative health and wellness coach and works with her husband, a family physician. She did an extensive surgery which consisted of a transplant. She went through 1 year of chemotherapy cycles. She believes in meditations, prayers and a natural way of dealing with things. She is also the Vice- President of an NGO called The Indian American Cancer Network in Houston. According to Ashma support groups are very helpful because they give you a secure place with other people going through the same thing. She tells everyone to have a good attitude, be around positive people and help others in any way they can.

Jeremie Estegassy is a Stage 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma Survivor. He finished his last treatment in 2019, and now he is on his road to remission. Three years ago, he started losing his energy without any cause. But the rapid weight loss is what alarmed Jeremie, along with a nodule in the neck. Once he went to see the doctor, he immediately asked him to get admitted and did further tests. Once, Cancer was diagnosed, he underwent 12 rounds of chemotherapy as a part of the treatment. He started focusing more on his diet by avoiding more sugary and fast foods. He is grateful that he had a supportive family and friends throughout the cancer journey.

Kristian Grace Bayan is a Breast Cancer Survivor and the Founder of the support group called Pink Strength - A place where families impacted by Cancer can thrive together while raising awareness for Breast Cancer and more. She was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in February 2021. The whole family was surprised as the Cancer word was very new for them, and there was no family history of Cancer. She underwent Surgery and Chemotherapy as a part of the treatment. She considers Cancer as a gift. She realized that it is just not the work; there are other positive things in life which she can focus on. She started developing a community mindset, which was the reason behind the introduction of Pink Strength.

Neerja Malik is a Cancer counsellor, Inspirational Speaker & Author of the book called "I Inspire".She likes to call herself a Breast Cancer Conqueror rather than a survivor. She started the Apollo Cancer Support Group on the 8th of March, 2004 and inaugurated the Pollachi Cancer Support Group on the 2nd of February, 2018. Her vast experience as both a social worker and a teacher in various schools honed her skills and prepared her to do what she was meant to. She has been counselling patients with cancer and their family members and caregivers for 21 years, with unbridled passion and dedication. In this regard, she was invited by the Department of State, the USA, to participate in the first-ever IVLP (International Visitors Leadership Program) in Breast Cancer in October 2008. She has discovered that she leads by example because she firmly states that "I can do it, so can you".

Suchanki Gupta is a Hodgkin's Lymphoma Cancer Survivor. In the Year 2021, she started losing her energy. She was a dancer, and she used to meditate a lot as well. So the loss of power was a little doubtful. She also started having fevers and night sweats on and off. She had unintentional weight loss as well. She has been prescribed some antibiotics, but there was no change in her situation. Firstly they diagnosed Tuberculosis, but due to the determination of some nodules in the lungs, they sent her for Biopsy and Cancer was detected. She underwent Surgery and Chemotherapy as a part of the treatment. Suchanki Says Cancer is not a death sentence. Cancer is a blessing that is given to those who can overcome it. Be strong and talk about it

Jacqueline Irish was diagnosed with an aggressive breast cancer when she was 41. She didn't have any symptoms initially, but she found a lump when doing a breast exam. Months later, she made an appointment with her doctor. Then she had an ultrasound, another mammogram, and started treatment. She tells everyone to have a positive outlook towards life and is grateful for all the small things.

"Doretha ""Dee"" Burrell is a Breast Cancer Survivor. Even though Cancer does not define her, being a survivor has led her to make it a life goal to support other women diagnosed with Breast Cancer. As Founder/CEO of the Y-U Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., she could fund Four breast cancer survivors on the separate road to recovery trips. Through her motivational workshops, speaking engagements and media appearances, she advocates for women's health, travelling worldwide to empower with her personal story of resilience, celebration, and triumph along with a message that focuses on renewing mind, body, and soul. She is also the author of the book Open Up the Door and Let Me In and the co-author of Living Your Vision and Purpose, and her journey has allowed her to be featured in both an AARP Life Re-Imagined a Roche Pharmaceutical campaign."

Alfred Samuels is a Prostate Cancer Survivor. He is also an inspirational author, mentor and public speaker devoted to bringing about a difference to people living with Cancer. Alfred says you will face six-eight traumatic events which result in your life being re-routed and cause you to say, “Now what.” His “Now What” moment came in January 2012, after spending over 29 years in government, corporate and entertainment security, after which he was diagnosed with advanced metastatic prostate cancer. With the immediate threat of chemotherapy and substantial time off work, he faced an uncertain future. Instead of protecting other people, he was faced with defending himself. In his book, “Motivated to Inspire” - A Cancer Survivor’s Perspective, he has shared some experiences that people living with Cancer are likely to go through and provided inspirational advice to encourage people to think differently.

Alisha is a Breast Cancer Survivor. Firstly she noticed a lump in her breast at the age of 31, during her second pregnancy. When the doctors conducted the ultrasound, there were no noticeable changes. She then had a C-section, gave birth to her baby boy. Once she started breastfeeding, her breasts became hard again. The doctors noticed something wrong, conducted FNAC and MRI, and diagnosed her with breast cancer. She underwent six chemotherapy cycles as a part of the treatment. Her mother is an active member of the Indian Cancer Society. She supported her throughout the journey, but unfortunately, she had cancer recurrence after 25 years. Alisha says positivity is the only thing that can help you fight this disease. Keep positive things around you. There can be side effects, but they will pass away.

Wendi Cooper was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer in 2005. She was BRCA 1 positive, went through a hysterectomy, sudden menopause, prophylactic double mastectomy nightmare and continued body issues for 17 years. Recurrence 15 years after an original ovarian cancer diagnosis at 50. Currently on a PARP Inhibitor (Big Pharma) called Zejula, with its side effects and mental health issues as someone that pretty much at 66 years old, realizes that she will die of ovarian cancer, more than likely. Monthly monitoring of blood work, due to Zejula being a "new" cancer drug designed explicitly for BRCA 1 patients, monthly monitoring of blood work. She has been on it for 1 year, but she had to seek financial aid as it was costly—$ 20,000 a month or more depending on the dose. She is a commercial television producer. She says the patients not to give hope. Summing up her journey Wendi says that, "Millions of people are walking around not knowing that they have this thing growing in them. For us as cancer people, we have to find delight in it because we are truly blessed that we have cancer.

Samantha McDevitt was diagnosed with stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer. One day she noticed swelling of her entire breast. 2 days later, she got pain in her lower arm, but she thought that might be due to her workouts. But slowly, Samantha felt things were not right, so she went to the gynaecologist, who suggested she go for mammograms and ultrasounds. The reports showed that she had inflammatory breast cancer, and then she started her treatment. She went through 6 chemotherapy cycles and mastectomy. She tells everyone not to give up and appreciate the small things in life. Cancer is not a death sentence, be hopeful. "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

Utsav Solanki is an advocate from Ahmedabad who embarked on a journey of saving lives by donating blood to cancer patients. He spends time with the children of cancer wards, entertaining them with his clowning group, Mashkare Clowns. He encourages individuals to take up this noble endeavor of blood donation and doing something good whenever they get a chance. Zenonco.io - Making quality integrative oncology cancer care accessible to all. Visit our website: https://zenonco.io/ If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with cancer recently, and need guidance on treatment or have any doubts or queries, please call ZenOnco.io on +91 99 30 70 90 00.

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