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Mike shares his experience with bladder cancer, from early blood in his urine to a diagnosis, repeated TURBTs and BCG treatment, and a radical cystectomy with ileal conduit. He reflects on the patience recovery demands, the support he found through BCAN, and the advice he’d give his newly diagnosed… Read More

Chris Parente is a seven-time Emmy Award winning reporter, anchor and entertainment host. You can watch him weekdays from 4:30-9:00 a.m. co-anchoring “Daybreak” on Fox 31 in Denver, CO.  He also is chronicling his bladder cancer journey on his YouTube channel, “Sudden Urgency.”  This is Chris’s story:… Read More

From the shock of reading a bladder cancer diagnosis in his patient portal just before Christmas to becoming a trusted voice for thousands of patients online, Mike shares an honest, inspiring journey of resilience, advocacy and hope. In this candid conversation, he opens up about the fear of diagnosis,… Read More

At just 48 years old, Vincent Rossi faced two life-changing cancer diagnoses at the same time: colon cancer and an aggressive form of bladder cancer. What followed was a difficult journey filled with major surgeries, chemotherapy and multiple treatments after his bladder cancer returned as upper tract urothelial… Read More

Music. Community. Purpose. The Beacon of Love Musical Campaign is a 2026 fundraising initiative created by performing artists Izii Isreal and Elita Starr of Outahit Records to benefit the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN). This campaign was born from an extraordinary friendship — one rooted in music, generosity… Read More

At 83, Fletcher Lamkin’s bladder cancer journey has been shaped by resilience, difficult decisions and an unwavering determination to keep moving forward. What began as a seemingly minor symptom soon led him into a series of treatments, setbacks and life-altering choices. Through it all, he holds tightly to a… Read More

Scott Wiley thought the changes he was experiencing were simply part of getting older, until a routine cystoscopy revealed something troubling. What followed was an unexpected journey marked by second opinions, treatment during the pandemic, personal loss and hard-earned hope. With the support of his family and the BCAN… Read More

This story follows Dennis Hiser, whose seemingly routine health concerns slowly unfolded into something far more serious, challenging his assumptions, patience and trust in the medical process. Along the way, he discovered the importance of self-advocacy, second opinions and the unwavering support of loved ones as he navigated unexpected… Read More

After quietly struggling with subtle symptoms that were easy to dismiss, Brian Billings received a shocking bladder cancer diagnosis that would change his life. What began as routine doctor visits and small procedures quickly escalated to major surgery and an aggressive variant he hadn’t expected. Navigating treatment during the… Read More