#OvercomeCancer

A blog about lymphoma.

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“And if we can make someone feel less alone, count me in.” -Tori McGee, Lymphoma Survivor

This blog post will feature an inspiring interview with Tori McGee. She will share her story of being diagnosed with lymphoma as a young adult and how she overcame the challenges that came with it. Through this interview, we hope to spread Tori's message of resilience and encourage readers to be open about their struggles. We have included a full transcript of the interview below for your convenience.

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“If lymphoma is part of your journey, you're part of ours.”- Lymphoma Ladies

Hear the story of Claireliese Kennedy, the visionary behind Lymphoma Ladies, shares her story of courage and hope as a lymphoma survivor. Her inspiring journey led to the creation of this empowering organization dedicated to providing a safe place for young adult ladies with lymphoma, past or present.

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LtCol Chris Passerella: A Lymphoma Survivor's Story

LtCol Passerella spoke of how he met Chike Springer at Walter Reed, and Chike's positive character and strong spirit really caught his attention. He recalled that he told Chike, "It's gonna suck. It's a beast. Embrace the beast. 'Buckle your chin strap and fight back. You've got this.'” When he was asked to speak at this event, was devastated to learn about Chike's passing. We are so appreciative that LtCol Passerella shared his story to help us raise awareness and funds to advance lymphoma research and honor Chike Springer's legacy. He embodied the spirit of hope with every word, inspiring us all to fight back against lymphoma and do whatever we can to make a difference in the lives of those affected. He is an inspiring example of how to fight cancer with strength and grace.

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"There is no good cancer" - @ohyouresotough Interview with artist Chelsey Gomez

“When I did relapse, I had an oncologist that didn't understand that this happens. Like I think they were underprepared to deal with that. And I remember even one of my first appointments, them telling me it was the good cancer, the greatest cancer to have. And I was like, what? Like there is no good cancer.” - Chelsey Gomez, Artist & Cancer Advocate

Lyndsay Springer, President of the Chike Springer Foundation, talks with artist and cancer advocate, Chelsey Gomez, about the inspiration behind her Instagram page @Ohyouresotough.

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How Chemo Divas is providing a much-needed voice for WOCs (Women of Color) with cancer

Chike Springer Foundation founder and CEO, Lyndsay Springer, spoke with Tatiana about the platform she created to provide WOC (Women of Color) with a space to share their cancer journeys. By sharing these stories, Chemo Divas strives to promote representation in the cancer community, advocate for fellow Divas and inspire one another.

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