CPOY 68 Domestic Picture Story Award of Excellence: Before I Go
A narrative picture story or thematic essay photographed in your home country that either reports on significant events, celebrates life, portrays sport or explores environmental, social, economic or political topics.
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May 8, 2013
Leisha Yasol (right), 37, has blood drawn from her port, a small device implanted under the skin which connects directly into the bloodstream, in order to check for abnormalities. Leisha was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer when she was 34. Her last hospital visit showed a multitude of problems, causing Leisha to fear that her condition is deteriorating.