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Building a Family After Cancer: Everything You Want to Know about Surrogacy
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/28/26 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/28/26

Building a Family After Cancer: Everything You Want to Know about Surrogacy

Everything you want to know about surrogacy — costs, timelines, common misconceptions, and how to find a surrogate — from Alexandra French, a woman who's been through it and built a nonprofit foundation around it.

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She Found TurningPoint as a Breast Cancer Patient. Now She Leads Its Clinical Team.
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/14/26 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/14/26

She Found TurningPoint as a Breast Cancer Patient. Now She Leads Its Clinical Team.

Early-onset breast cancer survivor and PT Janae Finley of Iris Breast Cancer Rehabilitation opens up about her diagnosis story, treatment, and life after cancer.


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What it Takes to Be a Female Health Entrepreneur and How Dr. Erica Barnell Has Done It.
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 4/30/26 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 4/30/26

What it Takes to Be a Female Health Entrepreneur and How Dr. Erica Barnell Has Done It.

Genoscopy CMO Dr. Erica Barnell gets candid about female health entrepreneurship — from raising $200M and earning FDA approval to navigating motherhood, imposter syndrome, and being the only woman in the room.

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Finally Seen and Heard: A Therapist on Getting Diagnosed as a Neurodivergent Woman
Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 4/16/26 Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 4/16/26

Finally Seen and Heard: A Therapist on Getting Diagnosed as a Neurodivergent Woman

Why are so many women diagnosed with ADHD and autism later in life? Licensed therapist Bailey Pilant shares her own late diagnosis story, explains why so many women miss their neurodivergence diagnosis for decades, and what neurodivergent-affirming therapy really looks like.

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Diagnosed at 26: How a Naval Aviator Turned a Devastating Cancer Diagnosis Into a Life's Mission
Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 3/26/26 Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 3/26/26

Diagnosed at 26: How a Naval Aviator Turned a Devastating Cancer Diagnosis Into a Life's Mission

Naval aviator Ben White was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at 26. He shares his journey from emergency surgery to advocacy — and why anger fuels his mission.

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From Caregiver to Crusader: Antonio Dionizio on Colorectal Cancer, Family, and the Power of Showing Up
Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 3/12/26 Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 3/12/26

From Caregiver to Crusader: Antonio Dionizio on Colorectal Cancer, Family, and the Power of Showing Up

Champions for Colorectal Cancer co-founder Antonio Dionisio opens up about caregiving, early screening, and turning his father's diagnosis into advocacy.

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From Healthy to Helpless to Hopeful: My Life With Post-COVID POTS
Story Series Alexandria Yarborough, PharmD 1/31/26 Story Series Alexandria Yarborough, PharmD 1/31/26

From Healthy to Helpless to Hopeful: My Life With Post-COVID POTS

A personal journey living with POTS after COVID, exploring symptoms, diagnosis, misconceptions, and lessons on patient advocacy from a pharmacist with dysautonomia.

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Living with an Ostomy: A Conversation with Amy Hart
Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 11/20/25 Story Series Julie Woon, MSJ 11/20/25

Living with an Ostomy: A Conversation with Amy Hart

Colon cancer survivor Amy Hart shares her honest journey living with an ostomy bag, from initial diagnosis to finding confidence. Learn about body image, practical tips, and breaking stigma.

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Living with Invisible Illness: A Q&A with Dr. Alexandria Yarborough on POTS
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 6/17/25 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 6/17/25

Living with Invisible Illness: A Q&A with Dr. Alexandria Yarborough on POTS

Dr. Alexandria Yarborough, a pharmacist living with POTS, shares how she manages invisible illness symptoms at work and in daily life. Learn what it's really like to look healthy while dealing with chronic illness.

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Survivor Spotlight: Jessica Acosta on Rectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Living with Intention
Health, Story Series Melissa Schenkman 6/5/25 Health, Story Series Melissa Schenkman 6/5/25

Survivor Spotlight: Jessica Acosta on Rectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Living with Intention

Jessica Acosta shares her powerful rectal cancer survivor story, from navigating a rare genetic diagnosis at 29 to advocating for early detection, equitable care, and the power of self-advocacy through groundbreaking immunotherapy.

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From Lynch Syndrome to Leading Change: A Q&A with CRC Advocate Zakela Mickens
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/26/25 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/26/25

From Lynch Syndrome to Leading Change: A Q&A with CRC Advocate Zakela Mickens

Zakela J. Mickens lost her brother to colon cancer at 28 and discovered she has Lynch syndrome. Now a Fight CRC Ambassador, she shares her journey from caregiver to advocate and offers practical advice for organizing community health events to raise awareness.

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Surviving Young Onset Colorectal Cancer: Allison Rosen's Story
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/23/25 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/23/25

Surviving Young Onset Colorectal Cancer: Allison Rosen's Story

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer at 32, Allison Rosen shares her journey from misdiagnosis to advocacy, offering insights on symptoms, treatment decisions, and resources for young patients while highlighting the importance of early detection.

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12 Hidden Climate Change Health Effects
Health, Story Series May Myo Myint, MS 9/3/24 Health, Story Series May Myo Myint, MS 9/3/24

12 Hidden Climate Change Health Effects

Learn more about all of the effects of climate change on human health.

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Navigating the 9-to-5 with Chronic Illness: A Guide to Workplace Self-Advocacy
Health, Story Series Melissa Schenkman 8/30/24 Health, Story Series Melissa Schenkman 8/30/24

Navigating the 9-to-5 with Chronic Illness: A Guide to Workplace Self-Advocacy

Discover effective strategies for workplace self-advocacy with chronic illness. Learn to communicate needs, navigate healthcare, and maintain your career while managing health challenges.

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Heat Waves and Health: The Rising Threat of Climate Change
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 8/10/24 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 8/10/24

Heat Waves and Health: The Rising Threat of Climate Change

Explore the critical health impacts of extreme heat due to climate change, from direct effects to societal challenges, and learn adaptation strategies.

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Millennial Women in the Workplace: 10 Things You May Not Know
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/21/24 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/21/24

Millennial Women in the Workplace: 10 Things You May Not Know

Millennial women workplace problems are different from women of other generations. Women prefer flexibility and collaborative leadership styles. This article delves into how the millennial generation has the highest number of working females of any generation in today’s workforce and many other interesting facts.

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Randalynn Vasel: My Ovarian Cancer Story
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/7/24 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 5/7/24

Randalynn Vasel: My Ovarian Cancer Story

Ovarian cancer survivor Randalynn Vasel's journey from diagnosis at 36 to advocacy, detailing treatment challenges, lifestyle adjustments and empowering women's health.

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Stress at Work: What is stressing us out?
Story Series Alexandria Yarborough, PharmD 4/8/24 Story Series Alexandria Yarborough, PharmD 4/8/24

Stress at Work: What is stressing us out?

Dealing with stress at work? Get tips on how to manage it here.

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Being a Mom with Cancer: Sarah's Story
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 3/26/24 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 3/26/24

Being a Mom with Cancer: Sarah's Story

Hear the perspective of Sarah Broadus, mom of four, who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. She shares her diagnosis, treatment journey, and advocacy work as a Fight CRC Ambassador.

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From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Jack Birren's Inspiring Journey with CRC
Story Series Melissa Schenkman 3/25/24 Story Series Melissa Schenkman 3/25/24

From Diagnosis to Advocacy: Jack Birren's Inspiring Journey with CRC

YMyHealth sits down with colorectal cancer survivor, Jack Birren, to learn more about his story.

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