Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Fred was diagnosed with leukemia more than 10 years ago. Today, he’s thriving thanks to cancer research, a bone marrow transplant, and the care of dedicated clinicians like Cassidy—his nurse, and now the manager of our bone marrow transplant unit.

Stories like Fred’s show why cancer research matters. It provides new options, fuels hope, and creates futures for patients and their families.

Why does cancer research matter to you? Share your story and join the conversation with #SpeakUpforCancerResearch and #CancerResearchSavesLivesHCI.