Read inspiring stories of strength, perseverance, and hope from those we’ve had the privilege of caring for at the Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center.
“I’ll do whatever it takes to reduce my chance of cancer returning,” says Deb Novak of Marion, IA. Novak, an analyst at Transamerica and mother of two was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in December 2018. According to the American Cancer
After being diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 40, Dave Strowmatt and his family are being proactive by participating in genetic testing.
Support services allow Sharon to move beyond cancer and embrace wellness for life. Sharon’s journey with cancer began in 2013 when a spot was discovered on her right lung. A biopsy confirmed she had lung cancer and surgery was recommended
Lifelong teacher joins clinical trial to help doctors learn how to prevent colon cancer Carol Cassells has spent a lifetime as an educator, helping children learn about subjects from science to social studies. Now she’s helping physicians learn how to
Community Cancer Center teams up to help West Union man fight tonsil cancer “I wouldn’t recommend cancer to anybody,” says 67-year-old Roger Gamm. “But if you have it, by golly, I can’t think of a better place to go than
When you are diagnosed with cancer, your whole life can turn upside down. That’s why having a strong support system, including a dedicated caregiver, is an integral part of one’s cancer journey. Jenny Haverly of Anamosa learned this firsthand after
Breast cancer runs in the family for Amanda Coakley, 37, of Dubuque. Through regular mammograms and genetic testing, she knew her risks and acted proactively. Amanda’s mother and two aunts had breast cancer and were found to carry the BRCA gene mutation.
The longtime varsity baseball coach at Springville High School, Tony Dlouhy knows about teamwork. Because of his team at the Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center, he was able to continue coaching the Orioles last summer while battling stage four
“Casual for a Cause” day helps local business celebrate co-worker and cancer survivor On February 2, 2017, Kellie Lindblom was at work when she learned she had colon cancer. One month later, her friends and co-workers at Cedar Rapids Bank
St. Luke’s Lung Check catches Belle Plaine woman’s lung cancer at its earliest stage Arlene Ledger wasn’t interested in getting screened for lung cancer. After all, the retired nurse didn’t have any symptoms despite a lifetime of smoking. But her
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