Triumph Over Darkness: A 20-Year Ocular Melanoma Survival Story, Guest, Erin Gunia

In this deeply moving video, Erin recounts her 20-year battle with ocular melanoma, offering insights and hope to those facing similar challenges.   Diagnosed at just 23, Erin's journey through treatments, recurrences, and personal growth illuminates the path of resilience and survival. Highlights of Erin's Story: - Early symptoms and the crucial steps leading to her diagnosis. - The impact of treatment, including the innovative approaches that helped her. - How Erin maintained her mental health and found strength in her community. - The role of support systems in navigating the emotional and physical challenges of cancer.   This video is a must-watch for anyone touched by cancer, particularly ocular melanoma, offering not just a story of survival but a message of thriving through adversity. #OcularMelanoma #CancerSurvival #Resilience #Hope #SurvivorStory If you or someone you know is facing ocular melanoma, resources and support are available. Check the links below for more information and help. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 5K SITES ARE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION NEAR YOU! Start your team and bring your community to get involved! Highest record for registrations is 306! Who can top it!? Fundraisers have a record of $30K+ in Palo Alto–who can help beat that!? March 24, 2024, Tampa, FL https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Tampa/LookinForACureTampaFL May 18, 2024, Raleigh, NC https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Raleigh/LookinForACureRaleigh May 19, 2024, Washington DC https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/ARLINGTON/LookinForACureWashingtonDC June 8, 2024, Minneapolis, MN https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/Minneapolis/LookinForACureMinneapolis July 13, 2024, Palo Alto, CA https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/PaloAlto/LookinforaCure July 14, 2024, Seattle, WA https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Seattle/LookinForACureSeattle September 28, 2024, Santa Monica, CA (LA) https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SantaMonica/LookinForACureLosAngeles November 2, 2024, Scottsdale, AZ https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Scottsdale/LookinForACureArizona December 7, 2024, Houston, TX https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Houston/LookinForACureHouston December 8, 2024, Dallas, TX https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Dallas/LookinForACureFortWorth Races dates and locations subject to change this far out in the year. Head to our site to register for a 5K Lookin’ for a Cure near you for the remainder of the year!! www.lookinforacure.org  COMING OCTOBER 2024: Eye Believe Survivorship Seminar in Scottsdale, Arizona - Join A Cure in Sight and Dr. Justin Moser from Honorhealth Research Institute for our upcoming survivorship seminar in the sunny state of Arizona! Details on registration coming soon! Subscribe to the newsletter to stay in the know Newsletter link Email [email protected] for questions regarding any upcoming events! ********* Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, or  Instagram @acureinsight, for more stories, tips, research news, and ideas to help you navigate this journey with OM! *A Cure in Sight is a 501c3 organization. All donations made can help fund our podcast to educate patients, fund research, aid patients, and more! Donate $10 $15 $20 today to help A Cure in Sight in their quest to find a cure. Contribute via  PAYPAL OR VENMO or reach out directly to [email protected]