On March 28, 1978, the doctor told me that I had a malignancy. My lung cancer was inoperable. I should get my estate in order. Two years later, the doctors told me I was totally cured. I have no more chance of a recurrence of lung cancer than anyone else on the street.

A letter to newly diagnosed cancer patients from R. A. Bloch, founder of H & R Block and lung cancer survivor.

I have always been fit as a fiddle! Other than the normal flu or virus, I have been as healthy as the next person. That is until I hit middle age. I was a smoker, over 40 years, and my smoking began taking its toll.

Chuck Crawford was an extraordinary person. Although he died of his cancer in May 1997, he not only far outlived his prognosis, but he also inspired many people with his ability live fully even with such a serious disease, his sense of humor, and his willingness to help others despite his own situation.