Thyroid Cancer Q&A

All you need to know about Thyroid Cancer--from diagnosis to surgery and treatment to recovery. Click here to read the most frequently asked questions answered by our renowned medical advisory board.

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Delicious Low Iodine Recipes

Thyroid Cancer diet restrictions don't mean the end of delicious food. Browse simple, healthy recipes created for patients, by patients in the Light of Life Low Iodine Cookbook.

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Read real survival stories

There are over 350,000 Thyroid Cancer patients living in the US today, across every age group, gender and race. Read the real survival stories of people just like you--and submit your own.

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You Are Not Alone

Thousands of patients, caretakers, relatives and friends from all corners of the world have joined our Facebook support group to share experiences, get advice, and offer friendship online. Click here to chat now.

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About the Foundation

The Light of Life Foundation was established in the spring of 1997 by Joan Shey, a patient herself. The mission of the foundation (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) is to improve the quality of life of thyroid cancer patients through continual education of the lay public and the medical community, and by promoting research and development to improve thyroid cancer care.

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Questions About Thyroid Cancer

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Scarf-A-Thon

Buy a scarf, Save a life.

‘Tis the season to show you care. So, spread the word about thyroid cancer by purchasing and wearing the Light of Life Purple Scarf. Click here to buy one (or several--they make great gifts!) for a tax-deductible donation of $20. Ask about our handknit scarves, too!

Thank you for your scarf orders. The LOL Scarf-a-thon will continue throughout the winter!

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Confidence kills. Thyroid cancer doesn't care how healthy you are. It can happen to anyone. Including you. That's why it's the fastest increasing cancer in the U.S. Ask your doctor to check your neck. It could save your life.

Thyroid Cancer Q&A

All you need to know about Thyroid Cancer--from diagnosis to surgery and treatment to recovery. Click here to read the most frequently asked questions answered by our renowned medical advisory board.

Delicious Low Iodine Recipes

Thyroid Cancer diet restrictions don't mean the end of delicious food. Browse simple, healthy recipes created for patients, by patients in the Light of Life Low Iodine Cookbook.

Read real survival stories

There are over 350,000 Thyroid Cancer patients living in the US today, across every age group, gender and race. Read the real survival stories of people just like you--and submit your own.

You Are Not Alone

Thousands of patients, caretakers, relatives and friends from all corners of the world have joined our Facebook support group to share experiences, get advice, and offer friendship online. Click here to chat now.

About the Foundation

Questions About Thyroid Cancer

Confidence kills. Thyroid cancer doesn't care how healthy you are. It can happen to anyone. Including you. That's why it's the fastest increasing cancer in the U.S. Ask your doctor to check your neck. It could save your life.