(left to right) Scott Moore, Director of Parks & Recreation, City of Pompano Beach; Casey Dickenson, RN, Holy Cross Health; Sharon A. Walters, RN, Holy Cross Health; patient Brad Campbell, Senior Recreation Leader, City of Pompano Beach; Audrey Fesik, District 1 Commissioner, City of Pompano Beach; Alison Fournier, Vice Mayor, City of Pompano Beach; and Rex Hardin, Mayor, City of Pompano Beach (Courtesy: Brad Campbell)
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 2.1 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the United States this year. When a patient receives a cancer diagnosis, they begin to feel their mortality. Thanks to earlier diagnosis and advances in treatments and technology, survival rates have increased over the last six decades.
The National Cancer Institute Office of Cancer Survivorship states there are more than 18 million cancer survivors in the nation. In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Month in June, two local survivors have bravely shared their personal stories to raise awareness about listening to one’s body when noticing symptoms and the importance of seeking prompt medical attention…