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Ozhen: El Camino Health fought with me and gave me my life back
Ozhen was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer right after his 50th birthday. Today, he’s in remission, an advocate for cancer screenings and is back to doing what he loves.
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Turning Pain into Purpose After Surviving Cervical Cancer Four Times
Explore Carol's battle with cervical cancer, where her tattoo and mantra "More Sunny Days" remind her of strength and hope through every challenge she faced.
Susana: Thankful for Early Detection and Confident in Her Care
Susana, now 74, has gotten her annual breast screenings at El Camino Health since she was 40. In 2016, her mammogram revealed abnormal tissue that required a biopsy.
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Scott Takes on Colon Cancer
Husband, father, mounted patrolman, fighter. A man who refuses to be defined by Stage 4 colon cancer.
Mindy’s Story: Colon Cancer
Explore how Mindy maintains her active lifestyle during cancer treatment. Her journey emphasizes the importance of fitness, support, and a positive mindset.
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Laura Takes Charge of her High Risk for Breast Cancer
Read about Laura's battle with stage 3 breast cancer, her treatment plan at El Camino Health, and the compassionate care that made a difference in her journey.
Karen & Roger's Story: Three Cancers
Between them, Karen and Roger overcame rectal cancer, a rare blood cancer and cancer of the throat. They credit their cancer team for the excellent outcome.
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Follow Jane's courageous fight against stage-3.5 breast cancer, her treatment journey at El Camino Hospital, and her inspiring return to health.
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How One CrossFit Athlete Championed Cervical Cancer Before Becoming A Mom
Explore Ashley's fight against cervical cancer and her return to CrossFit competition. A tale of courage, recovery, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.
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George R.: Beating Throat Cancer with El Camino Health
George R. credits the El Camino Health Cancer Center with providing the medical care — and genuine caring — that he needed to fight throat cancer.
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