A Story of Recovery

A Story of Recovery, Repeated

What most people hope not to face at all in their lifetimes—Cheryl is facing for a second time. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996, Cheryl’s cancer recurred in 2003. What's your cancer story?

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Our cancer community site is an interactive web site for those who have been touched by the UW Carbone Cancer Center. It is a place to share your stories, learn about treatment, offer support, and give back to the center. Learn how you can get started.

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A Message from the “Funk Out Cancer” Folks: Cancer, Get the Funk Out of Here

By: Courtney Larsen | Wednesday Nov 18, 2009

In anticipation of its November 20 show at the Majestic Theater in Madison, The Funk Out Cancer Army has something to say to its foe. Read More

UW Health Physicians Respond to New Mammogram Guidelines

By: Dr. Gale Sisney and Dr. Amye Tevaarwerk | Monday Nov 16, 2009

Recently, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued revised mammogram guidelines. But, the new guidelines are potentially confusing as they are not appropriate for all women and could result in a major step backward in women's healthcare. Read More

Check out the Funk Out Cancer Silent Auction

By: Al Falaschi | Thursday Nov 12, 2009

Silent Auction items are coming along nicely. Make sure you check them out on the www.funkoutcancer.com website. Read More

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Al Falaschi

Al Falaschi

Al Falaschi, founding member of Phat Phunktion, talks about his wife Kate's battle with colon cancer. Funk Out Cancer, a concert remembering Kate, is scheduled for Friday, November 20 at the Majestic Theatre, Madison. Read About Al Falaschi