Diagnosed in 2020 and now managing metastatic disease, Annie reflects on the importance of trusting her intuition, speaking up within the healthcare system, and navigating complex treatment and insurance challenges. She discusses how targeted therapy has extended her life, underscores the need for greater research investment in advanced cervical cancer, and describes how sharing her story publicly transformed personal survival into purpose...
Samantha Gonzales-Russell has faced cervical cancer three times. After her second recurrence—stage IV—she temporarily relocated to another state in search of a care team able to perform a life-saving total pelvic exenteration. This complex surgery removes all of the organs in the pelvic cavity, resulting in two ostomies and requiring a long, difficult recovery—both physically and emotionally.In this deeply personal episode, Samantha shares her story. From the frustration of delayed diagnos..
Meet Aisha McClellan, a 7-year survivor of stage 4 cervical cancer. A 32-year-old single mother of three young children, uninsured, and unaware of her risk at the time her symptoms began, the odds were stacked against her. She faced dire challenges: barriers to timely diagnosis and care, perceived shame and stigma associated with cervical cancer, and harrowing statistics that made her prepare for the very real possibility of her own death. And yet, hers is a story of hope.Throughout her transfor..
Hallie Saunders discusses her experience with cervical cancer with Dr. Wendel Naumann, the gynecologic oncologist who managed her treatment. Hallie wants women to know how important it is to pay attention to your health and to get vaccinated against HPV. Dr. Naumann is the Associate Medical Director of Clinical Trials at the Levine Cancer Institute, Atrium Health in North Carolina, USA...
Linda Ryan, a metastatic recurrent cervical cancer survivor and patient research advocate shares her story and experience with clinical trials., Texas. Listen to Linda and Dr. Westin as they discuss recent approval and therapeutic options for patients with recurrent cervical cancer. Linda is joined by her gynecologic oncologist, Dr. Shannon Westin, a professor of gynecologic oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston..
Heidi Burgard, a cervical cancer survivor shares her story and experience with clinical trials. From initial diagnosis to overcoming multiple recurrences, Heidi's story is one of strength, determination, and hope. Learn how she faced her challenges, embraced new treatments, and became an advocate for cervical cancer awareness. Heidi is joined by her gynecologic oncologist, Dr. Saketh Guntupalli, Professor and Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at the University of Colorado School o..
Read Video TranscriptThe number one enemy is stigma. Why? Because I almost killed myself and also I’ve seen people killing themselves because of the stigma. The stigma started with me, myself when I’m going through the treatment and mostly with the community.My name is Milicent Kagonga, I live in Kenya in Nairobi City. I was 25 years old when I found out I had stage four cervical cancer. Before I was diagnosed, I suffered for five years with abnormal vaginal bleeding and discharge. I didn’..
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