Survivor, Doctor Celebrate National Cancer Month

Throat cancer survivor Paula Ruska credits Dr. Laila Gharzai, the radiation oncologist she says saved her life, for providing the holistic care that helped her heal. Gharzai credits Ruska for inspiring her latest study, which aims to improve follow-up care for other survivors.

Both are eager to share their experiences to mark National Cancer Survivor Month, which recognizes and honors the more than 18 million cancer survivors living the in the U.S.

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