Tag Archives: Cancer

Lymphoma Patient Receives Gift of Life from Bone Marrow


Twelve years ago, Ron Wilson woke up with a swollen neck and knew something was very wrong. After visiting his doctor, he learned that his blood counts were off the charts. Consultation with an oncologist revealed shocking news – Ron was diagnosed … Continue reading

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Bone Marrow Transplant Saves Leukemia Patient – Max’s Story


At the age of eight, Max Harris overcame aplastic anemia, a condition that occurs when your body stops producing enough new blood cells. Successful treatment led to his recovery and several years of good health. Years later, a visit to … Continue reading

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My 30-Year Journey with Mayo


My name is Ardyth Carpenter, and in 1982, I went to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, after experiencing a TIA. While there, Mayo’s work up discovered a malignancy in my right breast. I had no ill effects from the “mini-stroke” … Continue reading

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Triple Negative Breast Cancer – Barbra’s Story


Years of raising awareness for breast cancer could not have prepared Barbra Riley for the devastating words she heard just over a year ago – “You have breast cancer.” Barbra had dedicated her time and energy to promoting breast cancer awareness through … Continue reading

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Inflammatory Breast Cancer – Suzy’s Story


Suzy Underhill’s life took an unexpected turn less than a year ago when she discovered a large lump under her breast. She immediately went to see her gynecologist who recommended that she consult with a specialist. Suzy’s good friend had … Continue reading

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Male Breast Cancer – Henry’s Story


Henry Corral had always enjoyed a full life in Arizona – staying fit, spending time with his family and working in the high tech industry.  In March of 2011, his life turned upside down. He received a diagnosis that few … Continue reading

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Breast Cancer Hits Home Three Times in One Year


A mother and her three daughters – all diagnosed with breast cancer. Kathleen O’Brien shares her family’s history battling a disease which eventually took her mother’s life and now has struck three more times. Kathleen and her sisters, Angel and Brenda,  … Continue reading

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Perspective


“Is your glass half-empty or half-full?” We’ve all heard the saying, and we all know that half-empty is the pessimistic view, while the half-full perspective is that of an optimist. The thing about cancer is that traditional rules don’t apply. … Continue reading

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Battle with Cancer: Recurrent Testicular Lymphoma


My battle with cancer started a few years ago when I developed prostate cancer. My local doctor recommended a Radical Prostatectomy. He painstakingly spared all my nerves. I had no residual incontinence or impotence. PSA was NIL and has never … Continue reading

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A Scarf and a Blessing


His Holiness the Dalai Lama recently visited Mayo Clinic and gave a special presentation on resilience through mindfulness. The below story takes place during his visit to Mayo Clinic last year… When Troy Keach, Mayo Clinic Education Administration, brought his … Continue reading

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