The social difficulties faced by this group were highlighted in a study recently published in Cancer, a journal of the American Cancer Society. Over two years, cancer patients ages 14 to 39 self-reported their social functioning. Researchers found that one in three young cancer patients experienced lower social functioning than their peers. I didn't really feel different, because when I looked in the mirror, I saw my old self looking back at me, and I still felt great." Almost a year after completing treatment, Marshall competed in the Division II NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships.

Source: CNN April 07, 2017 10:52 UTC