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Eva Donoghue

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• Cancer type:  Carcinoid
• Diagnosis year:  2006
• Home:  Arlington Heights, IL - USA
   

How I Survive Cancer

I am truly blessed to have support from a wonderful, loving family.  In July, 2006 our very first grandchild, Eva, was born.  She is truly my best medicine.  Her picture is in all of my medical charts.  I feel it is important for my medical team to know why we are all working so hard to beat this disease.  After all, I plan to dance at her wedding.

I also have the generous love and support of friends who never cease to amaze me.

I involve mind, body and spirit. The power of prayer and a positive attitude sustain me.

Nancy O'Hagan and the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation (CFCF) are gifts for which I am forever grateful.

I try to make the most of every day.
 

How I Fight for a Cure

Education ... There is a lifetime of learning at stake.  I try to find out as much as I can from every reliable source I can.  I try to think outside the box.  I remember reading something that went like this, "If you have been diagnosed with carcinoid or Carcinoid Syndrome, congratulations, the worst is over."  That is incomprehensible.  I understand it, since most of us share that struggle for a correct diagnosis, but I am committed to helping change that.

Empowerment ... I understand I have to be my best advocate.  I seek additional opinions when/if I feel it is necessary.  I have assembled the best medical team that I can.  I never stop asking questions.  I try not to let carcinoid control me.  I want to be in control.

Empathy ... It's a two way street for sure.  I receive it and share it with others in the CFCF community as well.  Generating an understanding of carcinoid is critical.

Being involved with CFCF affords me the opportunity to contribute time, funds and my experience.
 

My Caring Words of Encouragement

Believe that we will find a cure.

We all play a role in that.  Every step forward is crucial, no matter how small.

The road to tomorrow is paved with the bricks we lay today.
 

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