With everything going on in the world, it’s easy to get caught up in daily worries, but sometimes life reminds us to slow down and cherish the moments we have.
That’s a lesson Ali knows all too well.
Ali is an extraordinary woman whose experience with uterine cancer has reshaped her perspective on life and her story is one of strength, determination, and the power of love.
Like so many women, Ali’s symptoms started subtly—something didn’t feel right, but she couldn’t quite explain it. She described it as a sixth sense:
“I didn’t know why, or how, but there was a voice, and it eventually got me to the doctors.”
That instinct led her to push for answers. Her doctor sent her for an ultrasound immediately, but even then, it took multiple appointments, persistence, and eventually a five-hour surgery before she received the diagnosis of a rare form of uterine cancer.
Even after that, the fight for the right treatment had only just begun.
But Ali’s biggest concern? Her children, who were just 11, 13, and 14 at the time.
She pulled in every favor she could, leveraging the support of her friends and family to receive the right care as quickly as possible. She did what she had to do to survive.
But not every woman has the same resources and support that Ali did. Many women face delays in diagnosis, struggle to access the right specialists, and have limited options for personalized treatment.
That’s why research is so critical in changing the future for women with gynecological cancers.
Molecular profiling at diagnosis is one of the most effective ways to ensure that every woman gets the best treatment for her specific cancer type. Blood and tumor samples are analyzed against clinical research data, and a team of specialists determines the most effective treatment plan.
Instead of enduring a long process of trial and error, molecular profiling can identify the best course of action right from the start.
But access to this technology is limited due to high costs and lack of government funding. Many women simply don’t have access to this life-saving research.
With the right resources, we can ensure that all women have access to Molecular Profiling, ensuring that women can spend more time with their loved ones—not in hospital rooms.
Ali’s experience is a powerful reminder of why this work matters and we're grateful that she is sharing it. She says;
Thousands of women are still spending their time fighting for their lives in hospitals instead of at home with their families, but with continued research, we can change that.
