I'm a little confused. The team captain on my wife's team suggested I register as a survivor and do the "survivor lap".
My understanding was a "survivor" was someone who had lived through cancer and was now cancer free. But my
diagnosis is terminal and I'm currently recieving chemo.
So... I've looked everywhere... What is the technical definition (for Relay purposes) of a "survivor"?
Thanks for the help.
uHm,
aaron
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Hi Aaron,
A ‘survivor’
Hi Aaron,
A ‘survivor’ is anyone living with a history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life. This includes YOU! From the moment you were diagnosed, you were surviving the disease. Some survivors go on to retain that title for 50, 60, 70 years plus, and other surivors are only such for hours, days, weeks or months. Every day is a victory.
You've got positive thoughts headed your way from Relay For Life Salinas out in California. I hope that you'll take to the track and participate in the Survivors' lap - it's a moving experience for all involved. You, as a survivor, are a big part of why we do what we do. As much as Relay is about remembering those lost and fighting back, our biggest celebration is CELEBRATING those who are still with us.
Keep up the good fight,
~ Melissa
Survivor
Hi Aaron,
My understanding is that as Far as Relay and the American Cancer Society are concerned, the minute you are diagnosed, you are considered a Survivor. Whether you have started treatment, are in treatment, have completed treatment or are considered cured, you are a Survivor.
I know it may not seem that way, but you are a Survivor. Cancer sucks. But you are fighting it. Keep up the fight and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. You are the reason we Relay. You are the reason we Fight Back.
Joined: 2009-07-18