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Clinical Trials Information
Quick Guide to Clinical Trials
02 February, 2021
A clinical trial is a research study that “prospectively assigns human participants or groups of humansto one or more health-related interventions…
Fertility and Cancer Treatment Sheet
Fertility & Cancer Treatment
02 February, 2021
Could cancer treatment affect my fertility?Which cancer treatments can cause infertility? Questions to ask the health care team: Cancer and…
After Treatment Ends Booklet
After Treatment Ends: Tools for the Adult Cancer Survivor booklet
02 February, 2021
Today, more people are living with and beyond cancer than ever before. The number of post-treatment cancer survivors in the United States (those who…
National Cancer Institute Disparities
National Cancer Institute Disparities Explained
02 February, 2021
What Are Cancer Disparities? The term cancer disparities refers to differences in cancer outcomes (e.g., number of cancer cases, related…
Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer
Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer - Download
02 February, 2021
What is hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC)? This is a genetic condition that increases the lifetime risk for breast, ovarian, and other…
Myths & Facts About Cancer
Myths & Facts About Cancer - Download
02 February, 2021
Myths & Facts About Cancer There is a lot of information about cancer available, but some of itis misleading or wrong. Here are the facts…
Natalie: A Survivor's Journey
02 February, 2021
If you saw Natalie around town you would never know she is being treated for stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, yet her cancer journey has been such…
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Colleen's Story
02 February, 2021
THE MOMENT “Did you have a good practice”, I said to my son as he opened the door of our Big, (lots of kids equals gargantuan car) Yukon to get…
Learn About Our Peer-To-Peer Partner, Imerman Angels
02 February, 2021
Imerman Angels’ mission is to provide comfort and understanding for all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers through a…
Cassie's story
01 January, 2021
According to FORCE (Facing Hereditary Cancer EMPOWERED), a cancer previvor is someone who carries a hereditary mutation, has a family history,…

With the help of ThriveNV and the Nevada Cancer Coalition, CHA has been able to stay up to date on patient resources, whether it's cancer prevention or cancer treatment this Coalition knows it all. Throughout the years, we have collaborated on cancer prevention projects and patient navigation. I… Read More

Liz, FQHC Cancer Care Coordinator, Community Clinic Partner, Northern Nevada

Working together with ThriveNV, specifically with Amy Thompson, made all the difference when it came to giving our mutual patient the resources and the help he needed to get back to good health. By having the support and input of ThriveNV, I found the necessary tools to pave a clear and easy… Read More

Ivonne, Case Manager, Community Clinic Partner, Northern Nevada

I have nothing but good things to say about this organization. Starting with the staff, they are caring, friendly, and very knowledgeable! I immediately felt like they were looking out for the best interest of my sick mother. My main contact was Valerie and she provided me and my mother with all… Read More

Grecia, M., Caregiver, Las Vegas

ThriveNV has been an amazing program to work with! I live in a rural part of Nevada, which means that sometimes resources are difficult to find. Working with ThriveNV and Amy Thompson made all of the difference. They were able to connect us with resources and eased the burden of trying to piece… Read More

Bre T., Caregiver and Community Partner, Rural

I have been extremely impressed with the professionalism, expertise, and supportive resources that ThriveNV has provided to our community. Additionally, having bi-lingual community partners ensures that our patient population is afforded the communication and support they deserve.

Kim D., Community Partner, Southern Nevada

Jorge, I am so grateful for you and your organization, both do so much for our cancer community. You have shown the utmost respect, knowledge and care towards me and my health. You listen, answer all my concerns and are always ready and willing to assist me. You always take the initiative and… Read More

I.A., Ovarian Cancer, Las Vegas

I am very pleased with the assistance and guidance I received from the patient navigator and ThriveNV. I will definitely refer my family and friends to this service.

R.C.G, Breast Cancer
ThriveNV has become a resource of resources for cancer patients and survivors in the state of Nevada. The patient navigators have been incredibly helpful as we share resources to help patients, caregivers, and medical professionals. The addition of bilingual navigators has been an enormous value-… Read More
Natalie S., Survivor and Community Partner

Nevada Cancer Coalition's [ThriveNV program] is the best resource in Nevada for everything cancer. They are so knowledgeable and willing to assist whenever needed. I always say, ‘I wish every state had this program because the care and knowledge you all have is unmatched!' They are experts at… Read More

Nicole, Community Partner / Patient Navigator