Cancer Healing Journeys by ZenOnco.io & Love Heals Cancer

Alka Bhatnagar is a Breast Cancer Survivor. She was diagnosed in the year 2013. At first, she noticed a small lump and a sharp pain in her right breast. she underwent some tests and confirmed cancer. She underwent surgery to remove the lump. She did not do any Breast reconstruction as she thinks if she can't accept herself as she is, no one else can. She says," take the journey positively and consider cancer as any other disease ". She is an active member of Anuradha Saxena's Sangini group as well.

Tara Coyote was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in September 2016. She is the author of the #1 Amazon bestseller "Grace, Grit and Gratitude". For two and half years, she went through natural rounds of therapies without any chemo or radiation therapies. Cancer spread in her body and got to stage 4. She was undergoing a lot of pain due to bone metastasis. Her left hip broke due to bone metastasis, and she had to do an emergency double hip surgery. During such times, she focused on building up her immunity. She says to everyone that you are stronger than you think you are. Cancer is not easy but take it as an opportunity. Take good care of yourself and take one day at a time.

Sally Moores, a UK based natural health, wellbeing and skincare expert and also known as The Happy Sage. She is a blood cancer survivor. She have been researching natural health, healing and skincare for decades and her website, www.thehappysage.co.uk, is full of articles and product reviews to help you improve your mind, body and spirit in a natural way.

Kylie Mae Randall is a 23-year-old Hodgkin's Lymphoma Cancer Survivor from Zimbabwe. She moved from Zimbabwe to Portugal two years back. Soon she started noticing a lump in her throat. They said nothing to worry about as she consulted a government hospital and gave her Paracetamol. Paracetamol could not provide relief; she consulted another hospital where she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma after a biopsy. She underwent chemotherapy and radiation therapy as a part of the treatment. Losing hair was her main concern as she valued her hair so much. She even went into depression. But her supportive family and boyfriend helped her to come out of it. She likes to dance and go sailing.

Chandrabhushan K Shukla is a Colorectal Cancer Survivor. He started having symptoms like Hematochezia, unintentional weight loss and loss of appetite. He was detected with Colorectal Cancer in the year 2013. He underwent surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy as a part of the treatment. He had to face a lot of trouble throughout the cancer period. But he likes to see Cancer as a blessing in disguise. He is happily working in the marketing field and is a valuable member of the Ostomy Association of India.

Sister Maria is a cancer caregiver. After finishing her nursing, she did specialization in the stoma, and from then on, she started helping patients with colostomy bags. She started her career in 1984 and have worked in various posts in different nursing colleges and hospitals. Once she retired, she joined the Ostomy Association of India and started helping patients with stoma bags. She is the primary nurse aid for the Ostomy Association of India. Sister Maria says once the patient comes to know about cancer, they go into a denial stage. Still, as we give proper motivation and counselling, they get adjusted to the situation soon.

Yvette Douglas was 32 years old when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer stage 4. This road has not been easy as she had many health problems, one being a congenital heart problem since her birth. She also had damage to her bones, ligaments, and tendons from chemotherapy treatments. Her bones started to deteriorate, and she currently uses a walker and a cane to get around. She says Believe in God, and Miracles will happen

Rajendra Gupta is a Colorectal Cancer Caregiver to his wife. His wife started having constipation as the primary symptom, and on further tests, it was diagnosed as Colorectal Cancer. They were surprised to know that she had Cancer as she has always been a vegetarian. She Underwent Surgery, 30 Radiotherapy sessions and 12 Chemotherapy cycles as a part of the treatment. She survived Cancer. Both Husband and wife go out to survivors and caregivers houses and provide them with emotional and financial support. They also work with the Ostomy Association Of India in their support group. Rajendra Gupta says it is essential to get the proper awareness of your type of Cancer as the right treatment is the only key to survival.

Flavia was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma in March 2021. Her symptoms started in January. She suffered from fever for two months. She realized the appearance of lumps in her neck. Bone marrow biopsy detected lymphoma. She went through 6 cycles of chemotherapy. Flavia says that painting and exercising helped her a lot to stay happy throughout her journey. Cancer helped her see the world from a different perspective. Her message to other caregivers and survivors is not to give up and try to respect the process. "It was hard, but I did it".

Pat Simmons was diagnosed with stage 1 kidney cancer. He went to the primary care doctor after he felt an abnormality in his lower abdomen. A cyst was detected after several scans and MRIs, and doctors did laparoscopic surgery to remove the encapsulated mass. He was a long-time singer and songwriter. Currently, he runs the organization bikes4christ, which lends bicycles to people who need them to get around or go to doctor's appointments. His parents were his primary support system. He believes that his faith in God has pulled him out from the worst to happen. His message to other survivors is to stay positive, surround yourself with a sound support system and do prayers.