Cancer’s impact is profound, but in Southern Nevada, many are turning hardship into hope. While not every fight ends in victory, these stories show a community standing up to cancer through their acts of courage and compassion.
If you’ve been to an Aces game, you’ve probably seen her. Coralissa Delaforce lights up the court with energy, smiles and an unstoppable spirit. But behind her vibrant presence with the High Rollers, she’s fighting a battle that affects 1 in 78 women in their lifetime — ovarian cancer.
“Ovarian cancer has a very high recurrence rate, so I am now on my third recurrence, and I’m now having treatment outside of Nevada. I’m going to UCLA for a clinical trial,” Delaforce told me.
She is refusing to let cancer define her and is instead using it to empower thousands. Despite three diagnoses, Delaforce continues to fight with remarkable resilience and a positive outlook.
Her motivation extends beyond her family to the broader community she serves…