UNC Lineberger - NC Cancer Stories

The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is nationally recognized for its “multidisciplinary” approach to cancer care, giving patients the benefit of many specialists in one place, often in one visit. Our exceptional clinical teams treat patients with the highest quality and most compassionate care.

In 2009, our multidisciplinary programs will move into The NC Cancer Hospital. This new state-of-the art facility will help shape the future of cancer care.

Our patients are at the center of everything we do. Here are their stories, which they share to offer comfort and hope to those who are facing cancer.

	“Let Others Help You” Kate MacIntyre had vague, but persistent symptoms: hot flashes, fatigue and pain in her chest. The non-smoker was later diagnosed with lung cancer. More Kate MacIntyre, Davidson NC, Cancer Survivor
	“Be Your Own Advocate” When Lorie Williams was 29, she had a wonderful husband, Roland, a darling five year-old son, Nasir, a new job and a lump in her breast. More Lorie Williams, Holly Springs NC, Cancer Survivor
	“A Hat He Still Has” At age 14, Bob White found a lump in his neck that coincided with a sore throat. After a visit to his family doctor, White went to UNC, where doctors diagnosed him with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. More Bob White, Colerain NC, Cancer Survivor
	“Be Positive” After a routine mammogram revealed a problem, Karla Werner underwent a lumpectomy and a masectomy and began chemotherapy. Three weeks later she ran the Boston Marathon. More Karla Werner, Garner NC, Cancer Survivor

“Let Others Help You”

“Be Your Own Advocate”

“A Hat He Still Has”

“Be Positive”