Hodgkin's International

04/09/2026

Today would have been Erin Cummings' birthday. Erin was a fantastic leader and co-founder of our organization who lived a life of advocacy as a 53-year Hodgkin lymphoma survivor. We're so grateful for all Erin did, and we're celebrating her a little extra today.

04/02/2026

We’re excited to share that registration is now OPEN for our 2026 cancer survivorship symposium!

If you are a blood cancer survivor, caregiver, medical professional, researcher, or advocate, this conference is for you. Join us for two days of expert-led education, meaningful connection, and practical information to help people better understand life after cancer treatment. Topics include cardiac late effects, radiation fibrosis, sleep, pain, exercise, mental health, onco-primary care, oncofertility, sexual health, financial hardship, and more.

Stronger Together: Empowering Lives After Hodgkin Lymphoma and Other Blood Cancers

October 16-17, 2026

Cincinnati, Ohio

Presented by Hodgkin’s International and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center

Register here: https://www.hodgkinsinternational.com/news-and-events/hodgkins-international-2026-symposium-on-long-term-survivorship/



University of Cincinnati UC Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Services UC Health

Hodgkin’s International Symposium on Long-term Survivorship, Saturday, June 8, 2024

03/30/2026

Registration for our symposium opens this Wednesday!

🌟 Join Hodgkin's International and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center for Stronger Together: Empowering Lives After Hodgkin Lymphoma and Other Blood Cancers.

🗓️ Friday, October 16 & Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio

This is an immersive educational and supportive experience for survivors of Hodgkin Lymphoma and other blood cancers. Created for survivors by survivors, this gathering brings together long-term survivors from across the globe to connect, share their journeys, and draw strength from the power of shared experience.

Our symposium is uniquely dedicated to the complexities of long-term survivorship, offering an exceptional space for learning, community, and empowerment.

Open to survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates, the event features leading experts who will address the lasting effects of cancer treatments and share strategies to improve lives.

We look forward to coming together in Cincinnati, OH for this two-day experience that will inform, inspire and celebrate the diverse community of survivors, care partners, clinicians, trainees, and support professionals who walk this journey every day and prove that we are, indeed, stronger together.

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UC Health UC Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Services

03/26/2026

As we continue to grieve the loss of our founder, Erin Cummings, we wanted to share some grief resources with you.

💙 CancerCare offers bereavement counseling and groups: https://www.cancercare.org/tagged/grief_and_loss
💙 American Cancer Society offers grief and coping resources: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/end-of-life-care/grief-and-loss/grieving-process.html
💙 NACG National Alliance for Children's Grief offers family support: https://nacg.org/
💙 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) for crisis support: https://988lifeline.org/

We are sending love to our community as we all grieve the loss of our remarkable founder.

02/27/2026

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Founder and Chair, Erin Cummings.

Erin was the heart and driving force behind Hodgkin’s International. Her vision, leadership, and unshakeable compassion created a global community of support, advocacy, and hope for Hodgkin lymphoma survivors and families everywhere. Her impact will be felt for generations.

We invite our community to read more about her remarkable life here:

👉 https://www.forevermissed.com/erin-cummings/about

As an organization and a family, we are already beginning conversations about the best way to honor Erin’s legacy. We will share details about a formal tribute in the coming weeks.

Our thoughts are with Erin’s family, friends, and all those who loved her.

May her memory be a blessing.

Share memories, view photos, and honor the life of Erin Cummings on her memorial website.

02/27/2026

How have you priorities shifted since cancer?

02/26/2026

According to a 2019 study, a substantial number of Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivors struggle with long term fatigue. If you deal with fatigue long after cancer treatment, you’re not alone.

02/23/2026

American Cancer Society recently released their annual report on cancer facts and trends. The report reveals a milestone 70% 5-year survival rate for all cancers combined for those diagnosed between 2015-2021 in the United States, due to cancer research and treatment advancements. The report acknowledges that with increasing survival rates, there must be more emphasis on survivorship challenges. We couldn't agree more.

The annual ACS Cancer Statistics report has been the gold standard of cancer surveillance research in the U.S. since 1951.

Read the report here: https://pressroom.cancer.org/cancer-statistics-report-2026

ATLANTA, January 13, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) today released Cancer Statistics, 2026, the organization’s annual report on cancer facts and trends. The new findings show, for...

02/13/2026

Please note that our presentation today has been rescheduled. We’ll let you know a new date soon!

You can watch any of our past presentations on our YouTube! Check it out here:

Supporting Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors Through Connection, Education, and Advocacy. Hodgkin’s International is a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for Hodgkin Lymphoma survivors. Our goal is to connect survivors with one another and to provide them with esse...

02/10/2026

What is the best piece of advice or encouragement you've gotten since having cancer?

02/09/2026

Managing fatigue is difficult, especially post-cancer. Check out this article from Coping Magazine with some tips for coping with cancer fatigue, including:

🌟 plan your most important activities for times of the day when you have the most energy
🌟 pace yourself and schedule periods of rest
🌟 eat a well-balanced diet
🌟 regular exercise: but at your own pace
🌟 engage in activities that you enjoy and help you relax

Which of these resonates the most with you?

Read the article here: https://copingmag.com/cancer-fatigue/

02/08/2026

UPDATE: this has been postponed

Don't miss our upcoming presentation!

From Cure to Prevention: Colorectal Cancer Risk and Screening After Hodgkin Lymphoma

This Friday, February 13 @ 12pm ET

An expert in pediatric cancer survivorship, Dr. Henderson’s research focuses on understanding childhood, adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer outcomes, including characterizing the development of and screening for subsequent cancers in survivors. Her National Institutes of Health-funded research has impacted policy and practice to integrate cancer care with primary and sub-specialty care from diagnosis to long-term survivorship.

You won't want to miss this! Learn more and get the Zoom link here: https://www.hodgkinsinternational.com/news-and-events/upcoming-events/