Cancer Survivor Turns to Ironman | Omaha News

Joel Staley, a fitness coach diagnosed with late-stage testicular cancer that spread to his bones and brain, defied the odds—going into remission only to face a brutal relapse in 2026. Instead of surrendering, he turned his fight into fuel, training for an Ironman race to honor survivors, inspire others, and spotlight the unsung heroes: families battling cancer while holding everything together. Partnering with Family Reach, he’s raising awareness and funds to help families avoid choosing between treatment and food, proving that resilience can transform pain into purpose. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f6e30bd765c83e0d