Osteosarcoma survivor: Life after cancer can be amazing
Oct 3, 2019 · In early September 2001, Tracey Ferrin was 18 and pregnant with her second child. But an unexpected diagnosis of osteosarcoma put her life on hold. Today, she is cancer-free and giving back to others through myCancerConnection, MD Anderson's cancer support community.
Osteosarcoma Survivors on Life After Cancer
Survivors share their experiences with life after cancer. For osteosarcoma patients, a final chemotherapy infusion, a last physical therapy appointment, or a cancer-free scan is a long-awaited moment.
Luke’s Story: Surviving Osteosarcoma
Luke was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in December 2009. Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone cancer, often found in teens and young adults. Terrified and sad, Luke’s parents turned to the Internet for information but soon found that to be “way too scary,” said Jamie.
Ryan's Story Osteosarcoma - Penn Medicine
Learn how high school soccer player Ryan was able to move forward from an osteosarcoma diagnosis with support from family, friends, and Penn Medicine.
Patient Stories - Bone Cancer Research Trust
Joan was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in her left thigh bone (femur) over sixty years ago… I hope the following will bring you hope. I am a long-term osteosarcoma survivor. In August 2019 Lori was diagnosed with a suspected chordoma in her spine (L5 vertebrae). Tony was diagnosed with chondrosarcoma in his right knee towards the end of 1981, which…
Teen osteosarcoma survivor: ‘I can still do anything’
Sep 5, 2017 · Maggie Howard was diagnosed with osteosarcoma after a sports injury when she was just 13. Now she's back to living an active lifestyle.
Overcoming the Unexpected: Sarcoma Survivor Tells His Story
Jan 19, 2018 · Carl Granum was a college athlete in Iowa when he was diagnosed with a desmoplastic small round cell tumor, a type of sarcoma that typically begins in the abdomen or pelvis. In general, sarcomas are cancers in bones, muscles, and connective tissue throughout the body. Here, he tells the story of his diagnosis and treatment.
Nine-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Asks, ‘What’s Next?’ - Osteosarcoma
Family and faith kept Annabelle Grace going strong through a grueling battle with osteosarcoma. Now, she uses her story of recovery to help others.
Osteosarcoma survivor Brenna Huckaby on reinventing herself …
May 23, 2018 · “After losing most of my right leg in November 2010 due to osteosarcoma, it was really hard for me to give up gymnastics. Then I discovered snowboarding, and cancer became something that just happened to me once upon a time,” …
Surviving Osteosarcomas: Inspiring Stories of Hope and Resilience
Mar 6, 2024 · Learn about the inspiring stories of individuals who have survived osteosarcomas, a type of bone cancer. Discover their journey of hope and resilience in the face of this challenging disease. Find out how they overcame obstacles, received treatment, and regained their strength.