Texas Man Celebrates 100th Birthday After Defying Odds and Surviving Stage 4 Lung Cancer

Cecil McConnell shared what contributed to his longevity

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  • Cecil McConnell beat stage 4 lung cancer and has been in remission for two years
  • Houston Methodist Hospital celebrated McConnell’s 100th birthday with a surprise party during his latest appointment
  • McConnell credits staying active, social connections, and hope for his recovery and longevity

A Texas man celebrated his 100th birthday after defying the odds and overcoming stage 4 lung cancer.

In honor of June’s National Cancer Survivor Month, Houston Methodist Hospital is celebrating local resident Cecil McConnell after he beat cancer.

McConnell was 96 when he started experiencing a persistent cough after a bout with COVID. He went to see a doctor and was later diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. The disease was located in his right lung and had already spread to his lymph nodes and pleural cavity…

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