Anybody beat cancer?

[SStockDart]

Hey, so many of us are getting of the age........Cancer is something that happens. It is not the end..it makes us realize what we have. I hope and pray that my racing friends recognize this.

Ps...I have cancer...... race on

[David Lee]

I am sorry to hear that Gary, I know quite a few people that have beat cancer and are living normal lives. Is there anything that we can do for you?

[Dan Bernay]

My best friend just best Stage 4 throat cancer, it can happen. With all due respect does this belong here

[nhramnl]

Actually, a lot of people beat cancer. As a matter of fact, everyone (well, almost everyone) does. The facts I've learned say that cancer is present in virtually everyone's body, from time to time. Abnormal cells grow and our body's immune system takes care of them (i.e. wipes them out). When a person "gets cancer" it is simply the result of either the abnormal cells growing too fast for the immune system to handle, or the immune system being in a weakened state, and being unable to handle the challenge. Every thing I've ever read about cancer says eat healthy, exercise and get lots of sleep. Get your immune system as strong as possible, and then choose a therapy that doesn't wipe YOU out. Cancer Centers of America has had some pretty good press; you might want to check their program out. Best of luck... after all, we're all in this together.

[Eric Voigt]

I have, twice. Takes will power, positive attitude and faith, lots of faith.

[Todd Hoven]

Originally Posted by Dan Bernay

My best friend just best Stage 4 throat cancer, it can happen. With all due respect does this belong here

Did Kenny hire you as a moderator?

[Kevin Panzino]

I did. 1998. Chemo and radiation. Been AOk since.
In reality it was the best thing that ever happened to me.
Completely rearranges your perspective on life.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by Dan Bernay

My best friend just best Stage 4 throat cancer, it can happen. With all due respect does this belong here

I believe it does. Some of us get so wrapped up in our jobs and racing that we forget about our health, until it's too late ...When you finally realize that you are not YOUNG anymore it's a good idea to visit the doctor and schedule that blood test. At age 50 it's Colonoscopy time unless you are TOO MACHO to allow the doc to place that scope up your rear....I know legendary football coach Vince Lombardi wouldn't allow it so he checked out early. Always out of breath and tire easily, you might want to share that with the doctor on your next visit.....All our race cars require maintenance from time to time,....Well, so do we.....

[Carguy49]

"Whoever said winning doesn't matter, never had to fight cancer"

A good motto to live by, we do. My wife is on her 3rd session with cancer that started in 2003 with breast cancer, beat it. In late 2006 or early 2007 she developed issues with her back (cancer again), beat it. In 2013? she again had to start dealing with that dreaded cancer demon. This time it is in her bones, and the doctors are doing the best to control it so she can have as good a life as possible.

Her prognosis is good as possible, but we all know it will claim her at some point. We live life one day at a time and enjoy everything so much more now.

If you guys and gals remember I did a thread in late 2015 Carguy 49's Road Trip. We have taken a few smaller trips since then, but she doesn't travel as well as she used to.

Our 20th Anniversary is July 27th and her 65th Birthday is Sept. 9th. Out next 2 goals. Yes, we have more after that. A good friend's daughter is getting married next summer, also on the list.

I get to the races as much as I can to visit with friends and the support from them is outstanding. Keep my wife in your prayers and God Bless ALL of you.


P.S. To answer the thread question - - YES, People beat cancer all the time, NEVER give up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mickey Whaley]

My wife was diagnosed at the early age of 31 and is now 11 years clear (Breast) stay positive and surround yourself with a good support team and don't give up no matter how tough it gets. Good Luck to you and your family.