Personal Stories

You may be rare, but you are not alone.

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Stories from our community

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Reading the stories of other people impacted by rare cancer can provide insight and comfort – and remind us that we are not alone.   Here are some experiences that have been generously shared by our rare cancer community across Australia.

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Personal Stories

Noel’s story: Thymic Cancer

In February 2023, 35-year-old Noel was busy building his life – raising his son, planning a wedding, and working toward his goals – when a persistent cough led to a shocking diagnosis: a rare type of cancer called Thymic Carcinoma.

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