I was born in St. Louis in 1966, five minutes later than my twin sister, Cheryl. I grew up in the Boston suburbs of Framingham, Massachusetts, being very active in…
Lisa met her husband, Mitchell Baxter, during a mutual friend’s baby christening back in 1992. They were introduced and it was an instant connection. After dating in 1993, they got…
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I was in my gastroenterology fellowship when I found out my grandmother had colon cancer. I had initially been drawn to the field because of the appeal of preventing cancer…
Cancer: it’s a word that’s been a part of my life for over 50 years. I was 5-years-old when it started. The word “cancer” was never uttered by my parents….
My name is Tommy McGee and I’m married to an awesome, wonderful man by the name of Patrick McGee. Patrick is a decorative artist and painter extraordinaire who refinishes and…
The day I turned 31, I remember thinking how happy I was. I had everything I ever wanted: an adorable and smart son, a brand new snuggly and sweet daughter,…
My name is Victoria Albury. I would like to share this story and help other people get screened early and know their options. Here is the short version of my…
I had recently had a baby and started experiencing some bleeding for a few months. I just passed it off as hemorrhoids. I just assumed it would get better on…