Karol Iser has a busy summer ahead.
“Two weddings," she said. "I have two daughters that are getting married.”
Living to see this was once in question for Iser.
Twenty-two years ago, she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
“And every prognosis that we had in Kansas City was not a good one,” she said.
Iser went to Virginia for treatment and has been cancer free since.
She continues to take it one step at a time and will count her steps this weekend – literally.
She’s on one of many teams participating in Relay For Life, the American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser.
Sarah Freyman with the American Cancer Society says the number of people impacted by cancer is alarming.
“The statistics are crazy and really sad," said Freyman. "One in two men in their lifetime will be diagnosed, and one in three women. Very high statistics.”
That’s why organizers are pushing for even higher participation. Teams will be walking so that we can win the race for a cure, and so that survivors like Iser can create more memories.
“It’s huge, it’s huge that I’m still here," she said. "Got to see my girls grow up and I have a grandson, and I have a granddaughter on the way. So, it’s a huge thing.”
Iser is participating in the Relay For Life Event, June 23 in Blue Springs, Missouri. Click here to find an event near you.
