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Life, Interrupted: Friends and Family

Jason Zao
Jason Zao, diagnosed with a brain tumor at 16.

Hear him discuss his experiences with friendships and family

Friends

Young adults are supposed to be building their careers, starting families and enjoying their new-found independence. A cancer diagnosis can derail that whole experience. Even worse, it can be tough to watch as friends move on with their lives.

Family

You're supposed to be building an independent life, but suddenly, you need help because you have cancer. Being back at home-as an adult-can be rough.

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ipodZoe Burroughs and Toni Spano-English -- both hodgkins lymphoma survivors -- also discuss the impact of cancer on their friendships and family life.
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