Today is #WorldCancerDay. Meet CNN Hero Brad Ludden who gives young people with cancer life-changing experiences that help them face their fears. Learn more about First Descents: https://cnn.it/2DTo0A2 Who do you admire? CNN Heroes nominations are now open at CNNHeroes.com | CNN Heroes

90K views · 1.3K reactions | Cancer can strike anyone, anytime. But this statistic may surprise you: each year, more than 70,000 young adults in the U.S. are diagnosed with the disease. This week’s CNN Hero has helped thousands of young cancer patients face down their fears with a life-changing outdoor adventure. Meet CNN Hero Brad Ludden and see how his First Descents adventurers’ journey unfolds on a river in Montana – watch the full story at CNNHeroes.com | CNN Heroes | Facebook

12K views · 112 reactions | 2016 CNN Hero Brad Ludden's non-profit First Descents has been offering adventure based healing for cancer patients for more than 15 years. Now, they are partnering with Velocity Global to extend the program to patients with multiple sclerosis. Go along for the ride at CNNHeroes.com | CNN Heroes | Facebook

36K views · 581 reactions | "This felt SO good" Whitney, Mom of three boys and #lymphoma survivor  @tennesseewhitney | Blood Cancer United | Facebook