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  • Frank’s Story: “I had to place many of my normal life activities on hold.”

    What started as a routine treatment plan soon became a journey filled with challenges, tough decisions, and unexpected turns for Frank Garred. Along the way, he faced side effects that disrupted daily life, the uncertainty of recurrence, and the hope offered through innovative research. Today, his story has come full… Read More

  • Dave’s Story: “Funny how life works.”

    He didn’t know it yet, but an ordinary day helping his daughter would mark the beginning of an unexpected journey for Dave Oravetz. What started with small, occasional signs turned into a search for answers spanning multiple doctors and difficult decisions. Along the way, he leaned on his long experience… Read More

  • Eric’s Story: “It’s like a jigsaw puzzle that you’re supposed to figure out.”

    Eric Bockler never imagined that a quick internet search would change the course of his cancer journey—or that a conversation with his sister would unlock a connection to a community he didn’t even know he needed. What began as a frustrating hunt for answers slowly turned into something deeper: a… Read More

  • Eugene’s Bike Ride Across America

    See Eugene’s video update from June 2, 2025 I’m Eugene Bernosky, a bladder and kidney cancer survivor and am living my best life after cancer! Adjusting to the physical changes resulting from surgeries, chemotherapy and adjuvant treatments is a challenge for anyone. I am here to say life is well… Read More

  • Peter’s Story: “Bladder cancer didn’t define me, but it did force me to reassess what really matters.”

    Peter’s story What started as a quiet day on the golf course quickly turned into a life-changing discovery. Peter Gelbwaks journey through a surprising diagnosis, years of treatment, and the power of family and early action offers a moving reminder of how quickly life can shift—and how resilience and support… Read More

  • Richard’s Story: “Everyone deserves the resources and support to make informed decisions.”

    Listen to our podcast featuring Dr. Zera: The life of Richard Zera, a seasoned surgical oncologist, took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of bladder cancer. After decades of treating patients, he suddenly found himself in their shoes—navigating the challenges of being on… Read More

  • Bob’s Story: “Don’t let an ostomy define you. You define how you live with it.”

    Bob Green never expected a routine trip to change his life, but sometimes, the smallest signs can lead to the biggest discoveries. A long flight, a strange observation, and a moment of dismissal—until the truth became impossible to ignore. What followed was a journey filled with unexpected challenges, life-altering decisions,… Read More

  • Scott’s Story: “I believe I’ll get through this, just like so many others have before me.”

    20 Years of Impact: 20 Voices of BCAN For two decades, the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) has been a beacon of hope, support, and advocacy for patients and their loved ones. As we celebrate 20 years of collective progress, we honor the voices that have shaped this journey—those who have faced… Read More

  • Fred’s Story: “That sense of community is so important.”

    20 Years of Impact: 20 Voices of BCAN For two decades, the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) has been a beacon of hope, support, and advocacy for patients and their loved ones. As we celebrate 20 years of collective progress, we honor the voices that have shaped this journey—those who have faced… Read More

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