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Boston Fire inspector Chantette Stallworth had cervical cancer at age 21. The devastation of a radical hysterectomy led to bouts of addiction, which she overcame. Faith led her to her beloved career in firefighting, and she remains cancer free. BY Suzette Martinez Standring
Every day in some way Memorial Day is in our hearts, thoughts of men and women who gave their lives for the United States. The word "united" is what they defended. Let's also remember firefighters who have saved lives but lost their own. Chances of occupational cancer are high. On a holiday that symbolizes remembrance of the fallen, we hold up those who defended and protected us with fatal consequences to themselves. Let's do our part to defend and protect our military and firefighters. By Suzette Martinez Standring
Breakthroughs in esophageal cancer treatment were not available to Boston firefighter Jim Connolly when he was diagnosed in 2012. He had complications from waiting too long to seek help. His message is get tested early, and shared his cautionary tale. By Suzette Martinez Standring
