Category: Survivor Stories
Lewis’ Story: Throat Cancer Changed His World
![Lewis and his dog](https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2017/04/lewis-825x510.jpg)
“When you hear the word ‘cancer,’ your world changes in an instant,” says Lewis. Diagnosed with stage 4 throat cancer, Lewis endured seven weeks of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, which shrunk the tumor to the point that it could no longer be found. Lewis and his wife Amy started a support group for people with head and neck cancers. Read More >
Posted on by 30 CommentsBreast Cancer Survivorship: Pam’s Story
![Pam Bryant](https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2016/09/PamBryant-825x510.jpg)
“You can’t tell them not to be upset or afraid, because it is a scary diagnosis. You’re going to have your highs and your lows; some days you’re going to feel well and some days you won’t. Take it one day at a time.” Read More >
Posted on by 4 CommentsI Have Liver Cancer, But You Don’t Have To
![Gary](https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2016/03/gary-512x510.jpg)
An illness caught Gary, 61, off guard in 2013. When doctors suggested he go for more tests, he knew his condition was more severe than he first guessed. But the test results found something he never expected: liver cancer. Read More >
Posted on by 14 CommentsMy Personal Prescription for Surviving Cancer
![Photo of George Hilliard](https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2015/11/GeorgeHilliardCancerSurvivor-825x510.jpg)
“I began my journey back to health by relying on my support network and positive attitude. I also work at keeping a confident outlook on life by participating in cancer discussion groups with other survivors. Their stories encourage me.” Read More >
Posted on by 4 CommentsBeing a Cancer Survivor Reminds Me Life Is Precious
![Photo of Traci Ramirez](https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2015/10/TraciRamirez2.jpg)
“It hasn’t been easy. I’ve gone through bouts of fear, anxiety, and disappointment on my way back to wellness. On the other hand, I have been able to regain my happy life. My diagnosis has given me a greater appreciation for life.” Read More >
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