Cancer survivor finds new outlook after dual cancer battles
Katy, a 63 year old, faced stage two colon cancer and a breast cancer diagnosis after a colonoscopy. She endured surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation with support from nurses and fellow patients, finding humor and strength in shared experiences and daily routines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katy
National Cancer Institute
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Mark Praeger
Mark
Sixth Street
Oncology
Dillons
Allon
Lawrence
St. Francis Hospital
Topeka
Katy Becomes Strong Through Cancer Journey And Work
Katy Beard reflects on cancer battles and treatment choices, stressing the value of a good doctor and admitting past fears about chemotherapy. She recalls lung biopsy pain, milestones in her recovery, her family’s cancer history, and the shift to calmer priorities and writing therapy. She now bartends part time and cherishes health, friendship, and resilience.
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Bill Snead
Journal-World Photos
Katy Beard
Stu
Midtown
Hillcrest
Ninth and
Iowa Streets
Katy
Caesar Dubois
Larry Kennedy
Ron Ousdahl
Hoffman
Praeger
Stevens
Ron Stevens
Kansas City
Manhattan
Afl-Cio
Mimi Thebo
Kansas University
England
Mimi
Kelly
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Topeka
Kansas
Medicare
Lawrence
Katie
Ninth
Iowa
Senior editor and former cancer patient Bill Snead can
A fragment notes Bill Snead, longtime senior editor and a person who has battled cancer, with hints of recovery or ongoing work. The readable portion suggests a profile or obituary context but lacks clear event details or dates.
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Bill Snead Can
Surviving Through Her Words at a Cancer Writing Workshop
A writer describes attending a cancer writing workshop led by Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg. Participants, mostly younger than the author, share experiences with illness. The group emphasizes listening, mutual support, and avoiding self pity while memories of fellow patients endure.
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Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg
St. Francis
Free State High School
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