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Moving Beyond Cancer

July 27, 2015
Brigid Martz Smith

The Oncofertility Consortium was highlighted in the Spring 2015 issue of Northwestern Medicine Magazine in the article "Moving Beyond Cancer".  In this issue, Holly and Richard Manprisio, and their journey to build a family, are highlighted.  Holly conquered stage 4 Hodgkins lymphoma when she was...

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  • Cancer, Fertility Preservation, In the news, Oncofertility, Patient Stories

True North Treks: Spots still available!

July 9, 2015
Brigid Martz Smith

Our friends at True North Treks are looking for survivors who are interested in participating in two exciting adventures this coming fall to "recalibrate, rejuvenate and reconnect with life"!  True North Treks is dedicated to supporting young adult cancer survivors by connecting with nature, other...

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  • Advocate, Patient Stories

National Cancer Survivors Day

June 4, 2015
Brigid Martz Smith

This Sunday, June 7th, is National Cancer Survivors Day.  It is a CELEBRATION for those who have survived, an INSPIRATION for those recently diagnosed, a gathering of SUPPORT for families, and an OUTREACH to the community.  

We hope that everyone who has been touched by cancer is able to connect...

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  • In the news, Patient Stories

Adoption and Oncofertility: Another Option for Cancer Survivors

July 24, 2014
Lauren Ataman-Millhouse

A recent feature in Cure magazine discusses adoption as another option for cancer survivors who want to build a family. Each patient is unique. The impact of a given treatment on fertility can vary and so can the time available before starting life saving treatments. Patient age, marital status,...

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  • Cancer, children, fertility, Fertility Preservation, General, Oncofertility, Patient Stories

Stupid Cancer Chicago Meet-up: June 25th

May 8, 2014
Brigid Martz Smith

UPDATE: NEW VENUE INFORMATION BELOW!

The Oncofertility Consortium is pleased to spread the word about an upcoming Stupid Cancer Meet-up with founder and CEO (and a wonderful friend of the Oncofertility Consortium), Matthew Zachary.  Mark your calendars for Wednesday, June 25th - read more below!

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  • Advocate, Cancer, General, Patient Stories

We need your votes!

May 7, 2014
Brigid Martz Smith

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is hosting  a contest for songs and videos demonstrating the cutting edge science funded by the office of the director.  The Oncofertility Consortium has two videos in the running and we'd love your support!  

To vote for our videos, follow the links below...

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  • Cancer, Communication, Education, Fertility Preservation, General, Oncofertility Saturday Academy, Patient Stories, science

AYA Twitter Chat TODAY 12:30pm CST (#YACancer)

March 28, 2014
Brigid Martz Smith

Recently, Mashable featured Jenna Benn in a wonderful article: Wedding, Career, Chemo: When Cancer Derails the Millennial Dream.  Jenna Benn is a patient of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at and a wonderful friend and supporter of the Oncofertility Consortium.

Due to the interest...

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  • Advocate, Cancer, Fertility Preservation, General, Oncofertility, Patient Stories

The Rest is History

March 25, 2014
Brigid Martz Smith

Today, we are honored to have another patient guest blogger; long-term survivor Colleen Cira.  Read through her incredible story below and join the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center this evening, March 25, from 5-8pm for "Drinks with Docs (& Healthcare Providers)" at Bridge House Tavern...

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  • Cancer, children, fertility, Fertility Preservation, General, Oncofertility, Patient Stories

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