Naoto T Ueno, Director of the University of Hawaii Cancer Center, shared a post on X:
“100 Influential Cancer Survivors on Social Media: 2026 Edition.
This is a meaningful recognition of cancer survivors who are using social media to share their stories, support others, and raise awareness. Many people on this list have made a real impact, and their voices deserve to be celebrated. One observation is that the list appears to include many women, which reflects the extraordinary strength of women-led cancer advocacy. At the same time, we should be careful not to assume gender identity from names, photos, or social media handles.
The next question is how we also make sure men’s voices are reflected. Many men experience cancer, caregiving, fear, survivorship, sexual health concerns, work disruption, mental health challenges, and stigma in ways they may not openly discuss. Their silence should not be mistaken for lack of need.
The same is true for race, ethnicity, culture, language, and geography. Cancer advocacy is strongest when it includes voices from Black, Latino, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, rural, immigrant, and non-English-speaking communities. These voices may not always have the largest social media reach, but they carry deep community trust and lived experience. Recognition matters. Representation matters.
Methodology also matters. We want to have a broad impact; that is how you make a difference in the oncology community.”
100 Influential Cancer Survivors on Social Media: 2026 Edition
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