In 2001 my serene life was rudely interrupted by the diagnosis of colon cancer. So, on May 1, surgery removed the malignancy, but it was discovered that it had been carried to both lungs, so chemotherapy started. I am convinced I owe my recovery to three things: 1) prayer; 2) exercise; 3) a good oncologist. Some research sometime, similar to WHI, was able to come up with a chemo that was perfect for my particular type of cancer. For this reason, I am happy that WHI is giving women the opportunity to contribute to research that will help someone down the line say as I do, "At 82, it's good to be alive."
JB
Elmhurst, IL