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26th Month Anniversary of Cancer Survival

February 4th, 2018 - First Round of IV Chemo for Stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma
February 4th, 2018 – First Round of IV Chemo for Stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma

803 DAYS AGO
115 WEEKS AGO

26 MONTHS OF CHEMOTHERAPY AGO

Apparently, Kaiser-Permanente has been keeping track of my chemotherapy protocol, how many months it’s been since my first chemo, and told me today is the “26th Month Anniversary” since beginning chemo at Virginia Hospital Center on February 4th, 2018.

Today (17-Mar-2020) marks 26 months of chemotherapy since I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma. I’ve lost over 40 lbs and most of my body hair since this picture was taken, but I’m thankful to be with you here today.

IV Chemo at Kaiser-Permanente (Burke, VA)
IV Chemo at Kaiser-Permanente (Burke, VA)

Receiving the start of my 26th Month of IV Chemo while at Kaiser Permanente Burke Medical Center today.

The IV clinic felt surreal today, with every nurse gowned up and practicing extreme hygiene and distancing, all of the patients wearing N95/N99 masks at all times and practicing distancing. I wasn’t sure if it was a hospital or a scene from a Stanley Kubrick movie.

Another Day of Chemo at Kaiser-Permanente (Burke, VA)
Another Day of Chemo at Kaiser-Permanente (Burke, VA)

I fall to my knees and thank God for Victoria being by my side and my constant companion these last two years. What an incredible journey this has been… and the journey continues!

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Jane
4 years ago

Please continue with safe practices. Hand washing, safe distancing, face masks, washing packages and store bought items. You’ve come so far. Be safe.