Hero of Hope
Breast CancerHero of Hope
By Rosie Kelly
Khadijat Fatai-Banwo’s HER2-positive breast cancer diagnosis changed her outlook on the world and inspired her to become a leading voice in advocating for cancer care to be a national health priority in Nigeria.
Breast CancerHero of Hope
2019 Hero of Hope Patient Award winner Kirsten Arbon explains how her nurse navigator provided her with guidance, wisdom, and support during her cancer journey.
Hero of HopePatient Stories
2019 Hero of Hope Patient Award winner Kirstin Arbon speaks about her experience of being treated for cancer while pregnant, and offers advice to survivors and their loved ones.
Financial SupportHero of HopeSupport Services
2019 Hero of Hope Patient Award winner Kirstin Arbon discusses her non-profit, the KM3 Project, which provides financial support to patients with cancer who are parents of children under 18.
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Jessica Morris, whose two-year experience with brain cancer led her to create OurBrainBank, a nonprofit organization in support of people with glioblastoma.
Brain CancerHero of HopeSupport Services
Hear how OurBrainBank app helps patients with glioblastoma manage their disease, provides valuable data for research, and links drug manufacturers to prospective participants for drug trials.
Brain CancerCancer FundraisingHero of Hope
Jessica Morris explains why it is important to fund research on rare cancers such as glioblastoma and how contributions to small nonprofits can have a powerful impact.
Brain CancerCancer FundraisingHero of Hope
Jessica Morris discusses how she finds the passion and energy to continue campaigning for the fight against brain cancer.
Brain CancerCaregiversHero of Hope
Jessica Morris reflects on the nurses and caregivers who have been with her during her illness. She remarks that patients should have empathy for their caregivers as well, as cancer affects everyone in the patient's community.
Brain CancerHero of HopeInfusion of Hope
2018 Hero of Hope Patient Award winner Jessica Morris talks about her commitment to living fully and embracing life, and encourages others to find hope in experiencing each day as it comes.