Patient and donor stories
At VCU Massey Cancer Center, we know cancer is personal. When you or someone you love has cancer, it’s an interruption of life that goes far beyond the physical. Cancer research is personal, too. There’s a reason our scientists and physicians dedicate lifetimes of work to the quest of understanding what causes cancer and how it can be eradicated. That reason is because with every discovery, every breakthrough, every step toward a cure, lives are affected in very personal ways.
If you’ve ever wondered how science is put to work saving lives, we invite you to read some remarkable examples of lives that have been extended, saved and improved as the result of cancer research.
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Rebecca's story
When treatment from childhood cancer complicated a new cancer diagnosis,
having access to Massey's experts was
a priceless gift.
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Libby's story
A wife's story of gratitude for compassionate care after her husband's terminal lung
cancer diagnosis.
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Ray's story
Personal support close to home helped Ray survive lymphoma and fostered long-term support of cancer research.
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Reed's story
Innovative treatments and a will to survive allowed Reed to defy the odds of a challenging multiple myeloma diagnosis.
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Dianne's story
Constant quest for new ovarian cancer treatments and strong determination shared with her physician gave Dianne more years than many felt possible, and inspired her investment in gynecological cancer research.
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Junius' story
A lifetime dedicated to science and technology benefited Junius in a way he never expected as a first patient in the U.S. on a clinical trial testing a new approach for treating prostate cancer.
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Terrell and True's story
Massey's expertise in breast and lung cancer benefits a mother and daughter, and creates a unique family commitment to support cancer research.
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Margie's story
A desire to make a difference for her daughter's generation inspired Margie
to participate in three clinical trials
for breast cancer.
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Willy's story
Access to palliative care gave Willy a longer, better life with cancer.
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George's story
Extraordinary care for throat cancer inspired advocacy and leadership.
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