I was and am still thrilled to be part of this dynamic program that educates employees in their workplace about cancers and empowers them to be proactive about their health. It is a gift to work with cancer patients and also with volunteers who supply information and encouragement to others affected by the disease.

It would make a great difference not to see cancer as a failure but as a challenge.

I am a young man passionate about seeing a cancer-free society.

I'm a nurse, a mom of 3 beautiful children, a wife, a kidney donor to my sister, a Certified 3D Areola tattoo artist and I even helped produce a television show featuring women cancer survivors. Most of all, I am a survivor. And today, I wouldn't trade my life for any other road I could have chosen to travel. I am right where I belong.

My message to all children suffering from cancer, and to their parents, is to not give up hope.

When I was diagnosed in October 2012, my oncologist predicted I would be dead within four months. Thanks to God, an excellent medical team and research, I am still here, telling my story every chance I get.

Please, gentlemen, go to the doctor and get yourself checked.

Having conquered two rare medical conditions, he set out to help others, focusing his energy on children with cancers.

At the end of the day melanoma has completely changed my life. I’m an enthusiast who wants to educate people around me about sun safety and skin protection.