green represents the triumph of spring over winter, life over death; teal symbolizes healing and spirituality; and a thin pink-ribbon overlay signifies that cancer that originated in the breast.

If you or someone you know has cancer, you're probably familiar with the colored ribbons associated with the many forms of the disease. These ribbons help fundraising campaigns and heighten awareness.

Cancer Survivors Month, observed globally every June, is dedicated to celebrating the lives and resilience of individuals who ...