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AL.com and Press-Register staff - January 2015

AL.com recently shared the inspiring story of Susan Hofelich, an oncology nurse who was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer and worked through treatment.

Jacob Kagi - January 2015

West Australian baseball star Ben Shorto had just signed a contract with the Cleveland Indians and was about to start his baseball career in America when he was diagnosed with leukemia, reports ABC News Australia.

Elaine Schattner - January 2015

Forbes contributor Elaine Schattner recently wrote an article about the premier of the winter season of ABC Family's Chasing Life series, a show about a young journalist with leukemia.

Martin Scholz - January 2015

NPR recently spoke with author Henning Mankel about his cancer diagnosis and how it has impacted his life and work.

Kris B. Mamula - January 2015

The Pittsburgh Business Times's Jan. 16, 2015, edition highlighted three people in the region who are fighting cancer and balancing work.

Brad Stutzman - January 2015

The Austin-American Statesman reported that U.S. Rep. John Carter is back at work following prostate cancer surgery.

Sebastian Kitchen - January 2015

The Louisville Courier-Journal recently shared the story of Metro Council President Jim King who passed away earlier this month after a battle with cancer. King did not publicly disclose his diagnosis and continued to work through chemotherapy.

David Heitz - January 2015

Healthline News published an article on returning to the workplace after battling a chronic illness; it features advice from one of our career coaches, Rosalind Joffe.

PA Sport - January 2015

World Soccer Talk featured an article about 31-year-old soccer player Jonas Gutierrez, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer over a year ago and is hoping to return to the field soon. He said that playing soccer again after cancer would be the highlight of his career.

Reuters - January 2015

CNBC reported that while speaking at the annual JPMorgan conference on healthcare, Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, said he had a hard time publicly disclosing his throat cancer diagnosis. Disclosure is a very personal choice, but for many with careers in the public eye, it can also be a complicated decision to make.

Brian Lee - January 2015

The Worcester Telegram recently shared a story about the Webster (MA) Police Department, where three-quarters of the department's personnel shaved their heads in support of School Resource Officer Cindy Johnson's second bout with ovarian cancer.

Associated Press - January 2015

The Washington Post shared the inspiring story of Lexy Quance, a cancer survivor who started her freshman year of college last fall after battling cancer.

News.com.au - January 2015

The Australian site News.com.au recently wrote about singer Anastacia, who has faced numerous health problems over the course of her career, including two battles with breast cancer. With the launch of her new album, she tells the news site how her health issues have impacted her career and helped to define her.

Victor Fiorillo - January 2015

Philadelphia Magazine reported that Steve Morrison, co-host of WMMR’s long-running Preston & Steve morning show, underwent surgery for prostate cancer. He spoke of his experience on the air, discussing the importance of paying attention to your health.

Warren Manger - January 2015

The Mirror Online published an article about Tony Iommi, legendary rocker of Black Sabbath, who was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2012 and kept working.

Heather Simonsen - January 2015

KSL.com, a Utah-based media site, recently shared the story of Tracy Stocking, a local architect whose treatment for bone cancer included removing part of his leg. Though he wasn't able to work during most of his treatment, he's now cancer free.

Eleanor Roy - January 2015

The News Advance recently wrote about Stephen Wade, a retired Lynchburg firefighter who says his work experience helped him beat cancer.

Chris Simon - January 2015

Yorkregion.com shared the story of cancer survivor Robin Macmillan, who said that her breast cancer experience inspired her to follow her dream career.

Alyson Shontell - January 2015

Business Insider shared the inspiring story of Drew Olanoff, 34, who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 29 and recently found out that the cancer returned. He is a well-known tech publicist and recently started a new job and got engaged. Despite the new diagnosis, he is staying positive and using his experience to raise awareness.

Meredith May - December 2014

The SF Gate shared the story of Carlos Urrutia Felix, a union carpenter whose kidney cancer diagnosis caused significant financial hardships for his family. Assistance from two local charities helped him get by until his Social Security Income was approved.

Associated Press - December 2014

ESPN W reported that Lauren Hill, a freshman at Mount St. Joseph who was determined to play college basketball despite cancer, ended her playing career after making her goal of scoring in a game. Hill has an inoperable brain tumor, but did not let that deter her from following her basketball dreams.

Adam McCalvy - December 2014

MBL.com shared the story of Al LeBoeuf, a coach in the Brewers' Minor League who has been battling cancer. Al battled through a grueling treatment and recovery, but he is back out there throwing batting practice and his story is an inspiration to the team.

John Law - December 2014

The Edmonton Sun spoke with Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret about his throat cancer experience, which was a particularly devastating diagnosis for him, since his voice is also his career. Jeanneret underwent radiation and chemotherapy treatments, he said that surgery would have ended his career completely.

Eleanor Goldberg - December 2014

The Huffington Post wrote an article about Annie, a 35 year old breast cancer survivor who had to leave her job as a secretary when she was diagnosed, and has since faced a dire financial situation. The article explains that her story represents numerous cancer survivors who face economic or work-related hardships after diagnosis.

Maghan McDowell - December 2014

SF Gate recently wrote an article about Ronald Amey, a cancer survivor who had to stop working after his stage three colorectal cancer diagnosis. The diagnosis also had an impact on his finances, but he has maintained a positive attitude throughout the experience.

Julia Birkinbine - December 2014

The Closer Weekly wrote a great article about actress Kathy Bates' career comeback after beating breast and ovarian cancer. She recently received her seventh Golden Globe nomination.

Julie Bindel - December 2014

The Guardian wrote a powerful piece about feminist campaigner Denise Marshall's recent cancer diagnosis. She is the CEO of the feminist charity Eaves and said that she isn't going to let the inoperable cancer keep her from doing all of the work she has left to do.

Bob Greene - December 2014

World Tennis Magazine reported that 19 year old tennis player Vicky Duval is cancer free following chemotherapy. She was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in June when she was playing at Wimbledon, after reaching a career-high 87th in the world.

Timothy Rapp - December 2014

Bleacher Report, a sports oriented digital content site, reported that the Kansas City Chiefs star safety Eric Berry has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Doctors are initiating treatment and believe that Berry's particular diagnosis it is highly treatable.

DANIEL KREPS - December 2014

Rolling Stone magazine reported that Jason White, lead guitarist for the '90s punk band Green Day, was recently diagnosed with tonsil cancer. Doctors said that the cancer is very treatable and White should make a full recovery soon. The band shared the news on their official site.