She thought to herself, “Isn’t it ironic? I spent a lifetime helping others, and now I need to put my faith in someone who will help me.” When Elizabeth (Liz) Stokes was diagnosed with Stage 1 lung cancer, the retired community activist knew she was in good hands from the moment she entered New York Cancer & Blood Specialists.
Among the many challenges associated with aging, an increased incidence of cancer is common. This is because our cells can become damaged over time as we age. Often this damage can be repaired by our body, but sometimes it builds up and can cause cells to grow and multiply, leading to cancer.