Living with cancer is similar to being an athlete. It requires, among many things, perserverence, strength and determination; a spirit embodied by two cancer patients who share their inspiring stories this month.

Men's College Basketball coach Bob Knight understands the athletic spirit, having won more NCAA Division I basketball games than any other coach. He brings his message to support the UW Carbone Cancer Center in September.

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Cancer Patient Bikes to Madison for Appointment

Earlier this year Dan Lester told his doctor at the UW Carbone Cancer Center that he wanted to one day ride his bike to one of his appointments. He lives in Waupun, a full 60 miles from Madison. Read More

 

 

 

From Cancer Survivor to Ironman Competitor   Beverly Gehrke, ovarian cancer survivor, completed the Madison Ironman triathlon in 2007. She shares her story of how living with cancer changed her life in positive ways. Read more

 

Donor Spotlight: Forward Lymphoma Welcomes Bob Knight   The most recognized Men's College Basketball coach, Bob Knight, is coming in September in support of lymphoma research at the UW Carbone Cancer Center. Read more

Cultivating Spirituality   Chaplain Libby Caes examines how living with cancer invites us to ponder the meaning of our lives, acknowledge what truly matters and set new goals. Read more