Une histoire unique à chaque diagnostic de cancer.
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February 23, 2022 Edition
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A Cancer Journey:
stories of resilience and hope
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Every year, patients with cancer walk through our doors facing an uncertain future.
At our hospital, they are cared for at one of the best-equipped cancer treatment centres, informed by one of the most advanced cancer research programs in the country, and supported by our generous donors.
Each of these patients walks their own unique journey. Here are some of their stories:
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Breast cancer diagnosis shocks pregnant, young mom
When Alyssa Tremblay lost her mom to breast cancer, she was scared to face the same battle — 10 years later, she did.
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Reaching for new heights despite blood cancer diagnosis
When Samuel Lawrence returned to high-jumping after a 60-year hiatus, he refused to let cancer stop him from competing.
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When cancer threatened to stop Robert in his tracks, he cycled on
Diagnosed with a cancerous tumour inside his mouth, Robert Hurst’s life-long motto helped him heal.
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A special message to patients battling cancer
No one wants to hear the words, 'you have cancer.' But that's what Jennifer David heard in 2019 — and now she has a message for other patients.
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Trusting his instincts led to a rare cancer diagnosis
At first, Kevin Freitas hoped his one-time symptom was nothing. But in the middle of the night, he felt compelled to call his doctor and leave a message.
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With a newborn at home, this young dad received news no one wants to hear
Matt Zanutta was just 29 years old when his big dreams were challenged by a medullary thyroid cancer diagnosis.
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Moving forward after two non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma diagnoses within five years
Janet Pigott was enjoying Paris with her husband when she noticed some enlarged lymph nodes.
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