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![<p>Nita Zachow </p> <p>Diagnosed: 1997 and 2001</p> <p>Health status: I am cancer-free, praise God! I am trying to eat more nutritious foods and exercise more. I ride bikes with my husband and friends, and play golf several times a week.</p> <p>What's new? I enjoy playing bridge, reading and spending time with my grandchildren, Sarah, Michael and Lauren.</p> <p>I am on the Patient Advisory Council at MCG and looking forward to the opening of the new state-of-the-art cancer center. I am on the executive committee of the Breast Cancer Prevention Coalition. We mentor newly diagnosed cancer patients, have fundraising events in which all the proceeds go to breast cancer research at MCG. Many of the members of BCPC will help to staff the volunteer efforts at MCG's new cancer center that will open in January. </p> <p>Being a mentor is most rewarding. Encouraging cancer patients, sharing your faith, and giving them hope to win the battle fulfills a passion within me. This is one way I can "give back." After two bouts with breast cancer, I thank God for each day and try to make the most of the time He has given me to help others. </p> File/Staff](http://aug-cdn.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/superphoto/editorial/images/spotted/81/816870.jpg "<p>Nita Zachow </p> <p>Diagnosed: 1997 and 2001</p> <p>Health status: I am cancer-free, praise God! I am trying to eat more nutritious foods and exercise more. I ride bikes with my husband and friends, and play golf several times a week.</p> <p>What's new? I enjoy playing bridge, reading and spending time with my grandchildren, Sarah, Michael and Lauren.</p> <p>I am on the Patient Advisory Council at MCG and looking forward to the opening of the new state-of-the-art cancer center. I am on the executive committee of the Breast Cancer Prevention Coalition. We mentor newly diagnosed cancer patients, have fundraising events in which all the proceeds go to breast cancer research at MCG. Many of the members of BCPC will help to staff the volunteer efforts at MCG's new cancer center that will open in January. </p> <p>Being a mentor is most rewarding. Encouraging cancer patients, sharing your faith, and giving them hope to win the battle fulfills a passion within me. This is one way I can "give back." After two bouts with breast cancer, I thank God for each day and try to make the most of the time He has given me to help others. </p> File/Staff")
![<p><B>Lucy Ellis </B></p> <p>Diagnosed: March 2005</p> <p>Health status: Just had my six-month checkup in September with my oncologist, and everything is great. I have one more six-month checkup and then I will be on a yearly schedule because thanks to the good Lord above I will be celebrating my five-year anniversary of being cancer-free March 8, 2010. I feel great and enjoy every day of life and being able to say "I'm a survivor!"</p> <p>What's new? I'm still part of Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society and continue to help raise funds in the hope that one day they will find a cure for cancer so future generations will not have to experience having this ugly disease or know someone who does. </p> File/Staff](http://aug-cdn.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/superphoto/editorial/images/spotted/81/816856.jpg "<p><B>Lucy Ellis </B></p> <p>Diagnosed: March 2005</p> <p>Health status: Just had my six-month checkup in September with my oncologist, and everything is great. I have one more six-month checkup and then I will be on a yearly schedule because thanks to the good Lord above I will be celebrating my five-year anniversary of being cancer-free March 8, 2010. I feel great and enjoy every day of life and being able to say "I'm a survivor!"</p> <p>What's new? I'm still part of Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society and continue to help raise funds in the hope that one day they will find a cure for cancer so future generations will not have to experience having this ugly disease or know someone who does. </p> File/Staff")
![<p><B>Connie Crenshaw</B></p> <p>Diagnosed: June 1997 and December 2000</p> <p>Health status: Still healthy and cancer-free and feeling well except for arthritis aches and pains of growing older. But as a cancer survivor, I'm grateful for the gift of "aging."</p> <p>What's new? We're anticipating our fall trip to the mountains, and we're grateful for our many blessings.</p> File/Staff](http://aug-cdn.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/superphoto/editorial/images/spotted/81/816850.jpg "<p><B>Connie Crenshaw</B></p> <p>Diagnosed: June 1997 and December 2000</p> <p>Health status: Still healthy and cancer-free and feeling well except for arthritis aches and pains of growing older. But as a cancer survivor, I'm grateful for the gift of "aging."</p> <p>What's new? We're anticipating our fall trip to the mountains, and we're grateful for our many blessings.</p> File/Staff")
Diagnosed: April 1996
Health status: Good, I haven't seen the oncologist since 2001 when the oncologist fired himself, telling me that I was in remission. After another five years I was told that I was cured. I still have routine yearly checkups and do self-exams biweekly. I continue to preach to every female I know the importance of checking yourself, getting to know your body and seeking doctors' advice at the sign of any change.
What's new? Work and family activities are keeping me on the go.
Myrtice Jowers
Diagnosed: November 1965
Health status: I am healthy and feel great. I try to stay as active as I can.
What's new? I walk regularly. I meet my sister-in-law at the mall once a week to walk and have lunch.
Gail L. Peake
Diagnosed: June 2006
Health status: Great. I'm cancer-free.
What's new? I finished my reconstruction process completely and I'm very happy with the results. I thank God every day for life, health and strength. Sometimes I think about what would have happened if I hadn't gotten a mammogram so early in my life. I just thank the Lord that I did.
Shanika Turner
Diagnosed: October 2007
Health status: I am doing just fine now that I am done with all treatments. I am excited about my upcoming reconstruction surgery.
What's new? My son, Jordan, is 2 years old now. I love my life and being a mom.
Suzanne Tyree
Diagnosed: June 2004
Health status: Great. I have reached the five-year mark this year, and only have to see the oncologist every three months now instead of once a month, and that is such a great feeling.
What's new? Our son-in-law Cody has returned safely from Iraq. He and our daughter Erika and grandson Jordan have relocated to Missouri, so my husband Monroe and I have become empty nesters for the second time and are enjoying life.
Erlene Yarbray
Diagnosed: June 2000
Health status: Everything is A-OK! As of this year, I have been cancer-free for nine years.
What's new? I have three grandsons, ages 2, 4 and 7. We go to parks, carnivals, and have cookouts. They are a lot of fun.
