Ms. Blough's Story:
George Blough received the worst news she could hear in 1990 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Thankfully she had a team of great doctors and a treatment program that would help her recover. However, when she was told her cancer had returned seven years later, she was filled with fear about her future. But, thanks to continued investments in cancer research, a new lifesaving drug and treatment had been developed since her last diagnosis. George fought back with this new treatment and is once again cancer-free. Now she is excited about what her future will bring thanks to cancer research. America’s investment in cancer research has saved countless lives, allowing for millions of cancer survivors, just like George, to experience life’s special moments. Yet there are far too many lives still lost to cancer every year. ACS CAN has made it a priority to increase the federal government’s investment in cancer research. Learn how you can get involved in this lifesaving campaign to find a cure for the most deadly cancers and discover new ways to prevent cancer altogether.
ACS CAN Fights Discrimination Against Cancer Survivors. Ms. Fink's Story:
Ms. Fink is an elementary school art teacher who had her esophagus removed after being diagnosed with cancer. Following her surgery, she was unable to keep up with the young, active children in her classroom and requested a transfer to a local high school art teaching position. Although the position was available, the school district ignored her transfer request and did not even allow her to apply. Instead, she was assigned to be a substitute teacher with lower pay and responsibility. ACS CAN’s Judicial Advocacy Initiative filed a brief with the court on behalf of Ms. Fink. The brief makes clear that because cancer patients are protected under the Americans With Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations must be made to allow for cancer survivors to continue working after their treatment is complete.Surviving cancer brings new life and new hope. It should not lead to workplace discrimination.
"Kimberly has impressed me by her spirit of excellence, attention to detail and her seemingly tireless work ethic. Above all that, her kindness, generosity, positive attitude and upbeat nature benefits our Sparrow children and the organization as a whole. I believe many other charity orgainizations have benefitted in similar ways by the gracious, community minded spirit of Kimberly." ~Jeff Leeland, Founder, National Board Member and Former Executive Director of Sparrow Clubs USA
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