Eighty-Three-Year-Old Defies Rare Cancer | Chicago News

At 83, Regina Henneman defied the odds after being diagnosed with aggressive angiosarcoma — a rare cancer that returned despite brutal treatments. Facing toxicity, incomplete chemo, and a terrifying coughing fit in 2025, she became a case study in resilience. With no surgical option, her doctors turned to cutting-edge combo therapy: radiation plus immunotherapy — a breakthrough since 2022. The treatment worked: scans show shrinking tumors, and she may soon stop meds. Now, she’s savoring life with family, hobbies, and gratitude — crediting her care team and support system for turning despair into triumph. 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/5568ff4a05bc4b32