Beverly Kearney's life is all about speed and winning. She's the legendary head coach of the University of Texas women's track and field team. Under her leadership, the Longhorns have claimed six national 
As soon as her mother's car pulled away, Cathy Harper Lee always counted the blades of grass on the lawn. She hoped to reach a high number. That meant a few moments alone before her step-father ordered her inside. 
January 26, 2010
Jason Lansdown was a normal teenager when he received the devastating diagnosis of bone cancer in 2007. He underwent a grueling surgery to remove the tumor and to replace his tibia with a prosthetic, and received 20 blood transfusions designed to ease the debilitating side effects of chemotherapy.
After being finally declared cancer-free, the 18-year-old met with some of the donors who helped to save his life to thank them and to explain the benefits their sacrifice brought him.
"You kind of feel more recharged," the youngster said, quoted by CBS4 in Denver, adding, "[the doctors] could see color coming back in my face."
Landsdown also revealed the unique connection he feels with the donors. "It's like a part of them and they're giving it to me. It's truly amazing."
Today, the Colorado teenager is thriving and pursuing a degree at Johns Hopkins University, and he plans to become an orthopedic surgeon.
The American Cancer Society estimates that some 2,570 new cases of bone cancer were diagnosed in the U.S. in 2009, and 1,470 people died of the disease.
Although doctors have not yet discovered factors that lower the risk of bone cancer, it is known that a family history, or previous radiation or chemotherapy, can significantly increase the likelihood of developing the disease. Therefore, experts advise those who belong to a high-risk category to get regular screenings.
The Bone Cancer Foundation and the Bone Cancer Research Foundation accept donations and provide resources for survivors and their families.
