While I did not have the chance to interact with each and every advocate personally, they are a fabulous, high-energy group of individuals and I salute each and every one of them for their dedication to the cause. Checking out all the websites was an eye-opener for me personally. I've just written a quick blurb about each group and a bit about the advocate I met if we ended up sharing some time together. Hope you learn a thing or two about other cancers and can use these sites as resources for other cancer patients or cancer centers that you may work with. Keep your goals focused; aim high and reach for the stars! We can make a difference, one life at a time.
National Brain Tumor Foundation http://www.braintumor.org NBTF is a national non-profit health organization dedicated to providing information and support for brain tumor patients, family members, and healthcare professionals, while supporting innovative research into better treatment options and a cure for brain tumors. Jennifer Niedermeyer is a vivacious, mile-a-minute advocate who won't take "no" for an answer. She's a great example of a true advocate.
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship http://www.canceradvocacy.org The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, the only survivor-led advocacy organization working exclusively on behalf of people with all types of cancer and their families, is dedicated to assuring quality cancer care for all Americans. Mark Gorman appears to be a quiet soul, until you get him started on cancer survivorship! His real expertise in this much needed area of patient support shines through.
National Melanoma Foundation http://nationalmelanoma.org The National Melanoma Foundation was established by people genuinely dedicated to battling melanoma on all fronts. Each board member has experienced melanoma firsthand: either from being a survivor or losing a loved one to the disease. Melanoma has largely been ignored as "just skin cancer" yet the incidence is increasing at epidemic proportions, with one person dying every hour from the disease.
National Ovarian Cancer Association - Canada http://www.ovariancanada.org The National Ovarian Cancer Association is dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer, providing leadership by:
