Stories

Diagnosed in 2009 with non-invasive bladder cancer The first thing I noticed was blood in my urine. I went to my general practitioner who gave me antibiotics and told me to bring a urine sample back in 10 days. When I took… Read More

Diagnosed in 2009 at age 52 with non-invasive bladder cancer Every woman should understand the implications of blood in the urine. I am a middle school life science teacher and even with all I know about the human body, my diagnosis was a shock. Read More

Diagnosed in 2010 at age 65 with Stage III bladder cancer Key message: Women often have missed or delayed diagnosis, be your own advocate. Avid bike rider and runner, Pat received a delayed diagnosis. My bladder cancer experience began close to two years prior to my… Read More

Diagnosed in 2005 at age 30 with non-invasive bladder cancer Key message: Don’t ignore any aches, pains, or feelings that something is not right within your body. Be attentive and aggressive with your medical care and know that you do not have to face this journey… Read More