“Cancer is too hard to do alone.” - Juliana Herrera Juliana Herrera, a 24-year-old medical assistant, was a sophomore at the University of Georgia when her digestive issues began. After more than a year of taking...

“I’ve received unbelievable support from people I’ve never met.” - Scott Schoenthal It didn’t seem like such a big deal the first two times Scott Schoenthal was diagnosed with cancer, initially when he was 18 and...

“Hold on to hope and faith, just don’t give up.” - Elena Tate Elena Tate’s life shifted seven years ago when doctors detected an anomaly in her bloodwork. Her parents fought to grasp it themselves before...

“I live out loud with joy and purpose every day.” - Stephanie Cann Nine years ago, Stephanie Cann was diagnosed with gestational choriocarcinoma after the birth of her fourth child. She says, “It’s a miracle Caleb survived....

“We’ve got no control over what happens to us, but we can decide how we’re going to respond.” - Charlie Tanksley Charlie Tanksley isn’t bothered by much these days. A typical day finds the 62-year-old local contractor dedicated...

“It made me a stronger person.” - Jennifer Potts Cancer survivor Jennifer Potts hadn’t even had her first mammogram yet when she discovered a lump in her right breast. What should have been a routine initial mammogram...

“You can survive this!” - Chris Clay When Chris Clay was diagnosed with anaplastic oligodendroglioma in 2002, his first thought was– “I am dead.” Now 14 years later, Chris’ treatments have included three surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation....

“95% of your healing and recovery is based on your attitude.” - Laverne Huggins Five years ago Laverne Huggins had her very first mammogram at the age of 42 and learned she had cancer. Huggins is...

“If I could tell other kids with cancer anything, I would want them to know they aren’t alone.” - Gino Vizzi Try to imagine being 16 years old and finding out that you have a rare...

We were so saddened to hear of Dawn’s passing on Aug. 28, and send our condolences to her family and friends. Over the years, we had the opportunity to feature Dawn in several Gwinnett...