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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 46 MIN

Valerie Stevenson

from SARC Talk Rise to Face The Sun: The Patient Experience · host SARC Trials

The truth about young adults with rare sarcomas — it’s not what you think Ever wonder what it’s like to face a cancer that almost nobody knows about?Josh was thriving — just starting his career as a dentist — when suddenly, his world turned upside down. Diagnosed with a rare, aggressive sarcoma at just 33, he’s been fighting for more than two years with relentless chemo, surgeries, and radiation. And the truth? Treatment hasn’t changed much in decades, and research is still painfully limited. What stood out most was the silence around sarcoma — so rare, so misunderstood, yet devastatingly impactful for young people in the prime of their lives. It’s a reminder that we need more awareness, more global collaboration, and better support systems. If you’re a parent, a friend, or just someone who wants to understand rare cancer better, this episode is for you. What’s one thing you think should change in rare cancer care? Share below.

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The truth about young adults with rare sarcomas — it’s not what you think Ever wonder what it’s like to face a cancer that almost nobody knows about?Josh was thriving — just starting his career as a dentist — when suddenly, his world turned upside down. Diagnosed with a rare, aggressive sarcoma at just 33, he’s been fighting for more than two years with relentless chemo, surgeries, and radiation. And the truth? Treatment hasn’t changed much in decades, and research is still painfully limited. What stood out most was the silence around sarcoma — so rare, so misunderstood, yet devastatingly impactful for young people in the prime of their lives. It’s a reminder that we need more awareness, more global collaboration, and better support systems. If you’re a parent, a friend, or just someone who wants to understand rare cancer better, this episode is for you. What’s one thing you think should change in rare cancer care? Share below.

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