This CNN Hero's battle with cancer inspired her lifesaving work helping families in her Native American community

After navigating the daunting challenges to access the treatment she needed, Tescha Hawley started the Day Eagle Hope Project to help other Native American cancer patients. Today, her organization is addressing gaps in health care and nutrition for thousands on her reservation.

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