Chemo Sucks. Science Is Changing That

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I had chemo 40 years ago. The oncologists today cringe when I tell them what chemo I had. They say it was, compared with todays chemo, barbaric. But it worked. I’m still here.

My brother had an ultra-rare (15 cases worldwide) leukemia that had something like a 95% fatality rate within 5 years. That was almost 20 years ago, and he's still with us. He had 39 blood transfusions and a bone marrow transplant, alongside chemo. They didn't expect him to survive, but survive he did, and he's been cancer free ever since.

Dad said the worst part about losing all your hair to chemo was the ingrown nose hairs growing back! He’s 16 years cancer free from AML which is a miracle. Seeing everyone’s stories, it’s incredible how cancer touches everyone in some way.

My chemo for breast cancer was relatively easy—not fun—but not terribly difficult. Now my HER2 cancer is being treated by a new drug that has a high level of success. This is only about 10-15 years old. Women used to die of this Now most thrive. Trust science ❤

Hank got diagnosed with cancer, instead of using home remedies and alternative treatments, he went to the hospital, follows proper medical advices and procedures, technically got into remission, and still producing AND hosting amazing scientific contents. Be like Hank.

I'm still amazed Hank has used something so personal and difficult to educate us. He didn’t have to do that. He's been far more open than I'd ever expect anyone to be with total strangers. Thank you, Hank, for continuing to teach us even with all you've been dealing with.

Hank - three weeks ago my dad was diagnosed with leukemia. Thank you for being so open with your journey as well as educating the world about cancers. You'll never know how grateful I am. ❤

5 years clean from chemotherapy. Had an extremely rare autoimmune disease (HLH, 300 people a year diagnosed). After 38 rounds of harsh chemo, and a bone marrow transplant (thanks to my little brother and donor) I'm celebrating my 5th "birthday" August 17. You didn't have to put your personal life into a video explaining how it works, yet you did. Thank you, and mad respect for that. I reeaallyy hope everything gets better, and you make a full recovery!! You're the real MVP Hank!!

Hank announced his cancer the same time I received my diagnosis for leukemia. Seeing him deal with it has been inspiring and helped me convince myself of the right attitude to keep while I’m going through my own treatment Edit: thanks so much for all the kind words. I don’t have notifications for YouTube on so randomly coming back across this has been very touching. I appreciate the warrior type comments, but definitely don’t feel apt. I just feel fatigued after the chemo, others are going through way more than me and are the real warriors.

Last year I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer, seminoma. It was caught very quickly after bloodwork and an ultrasound and I had immediate surgery to remove the offending testicle. All my followups and scans have been clear so I avoided needing radiation and chemotherapy fortunately. I am on a 10 year regime of regular bloodwork and CT Scans to ensure it doesn't recur or spread 🤞

Still struggling not to cry when I see Hank. It just reminds me of my mom’s cancer. But I’m glad Hank’s treatment is working. ✨

Cancer-beating Hank saying "some targeted chemotherapies deliver the exact same old chemo drugs right to the tumor - like a lil' side-effect avoiding Uber driver" is glorious! I really appreciate how Hank shared all that knowledge and insight from his very personal experience with us and continues to educate people! Truly one of the best educators out there!

I've lost my father to stomach cancer less than two weeks ago. You've been a part of my life since I was 19. Well into my thirties now. All the best to you, Hank!

I work in a cancer hospital, human trials to be exact, and youd be amazed at what breakthroughs we have discovered over the last few years. While most people who wait to be diagnosed have to suffer through aggressive treatments, if caught early, we can even treat some with oral medication only. We have been following your chemotherapy journey and we are all rooting for you!!

My mom begins chemo for breast cancer in about a week, and your clear, insightful, calm discussions are really helping me prepare to support her. Thank you so much. You’re giving us an amazing gift!

My aunt just had her last chemo treatment for uterine cancer last week 🙌🏻 Hank’s cancer content was so helpful while our family went through this. Here’s to kicking cancer’s ass!

I was diagnosed with triple positive grade 3 breast cancer, chemo sucks but I wouldn't be alive today without it.

So glad to see you still on the show doing what you love Hank. You'll get through this !!!

I was recently diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma and I start ABVD on monday. Thank you for this well-timed video (and absolutely everything else you have made about your story, I'm very selfishly grateful)