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I am very grateful for the support I received from Cancer program. Last year when I went for my physical I asked dr if I could go for mammogram once in 3 yrs(due to cost of the exam with no health insurance), dr suggested I should get mammogram every year as my last one was cleared only after another sonogram test. I explained to dr that as a middle class family wife and mother of two college going kids, it seems there is no money for diagnostic tests. Every day I worry about paying bills, even grocery and gas takes toll due to rising cost. Everything is going up except salaries. Dr suggested and sent me to sign up for Cancer program. Since then I am supported by the program for mammograms, biopsy and checkups. I appreciate the staff coordination for the appointments and tests. I have no words to express my gratitude and I wish the program a huge success in every possible way. If I can be of any use ever, I would feel privileged.
-SS

I believe our paths in life are chosen although we may not always know which one to take.
I contacted the Cancer Services Program and was given two options, #1 was five minutes from my home, option #2 twenty minutes and two parkways away. I am thankful for the choice that I made for two reasons: 1) Dr. Lipari 2) Carmen.
Dr. Lipari took charge from the beginning of this medical journey and has remained a constant presence to date.
Carmen from our first meeting has displayed the highest level of professional that I have ever encountered in a medical setting. Her constant reassurance and prayer has provided me with a level of comfort during this difficult time. Her demeanor is consistent and filled with concern even when she was not feeling her best, she still pushed through and did her job.
I know now why option #2 was the place I was led to. Thank you.
-M.S.

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY FEBRUARY 2013:

Do you have a personal story about how cancer has impacted you or someone you love? Or do you know of someone with a story about how cancer has impacted them? The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network wants to hear your cancer story -- and our elected leaders need to hear your story. Real stories are how ACS CAN ensures that cancer survivors are not just a statistic. Real stories remind our elected officials to do the right thing and support policies that will reduce cancer rates and benefit those battling the disease. Real progress has been made in the fight against cancer and that progress is the result of cancer survivors and their families speaking out.
Click here to share your story http://www.acscan.org/nystory and help make an impact in the fight against cancer. ACS CAN is especially interested in hearing your experiences with cancer screening programs related to breast, cervical, or colon cancer; funding for cancer research; tobacco products or tobacco use cessation programs; or symptoms such as pain, nausea, or shortness of breath that would benefit from palliative care. With your permission ACS CAN will share your story with lawmakers in an effort to promote policies that fight cancer and help those battling the disease. The more details you share, the more impact your story will have, and the more likely it will sway a policy maker.
Please consider sharing your story today. If you personally do not have a cancer story but know of someone who does ask them to particpate.
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