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Besides Oncologists, How Many ‘Gists’ Are There Anyway?

October 6th 2025

By William Ramshaw

My cancer journey began with a surgical oncologist who extracted my one-inch pancreatic tumor, taking with it the top third of my pancreas.

A Cancer Portrait Hidden in the Attic of My Mind

October 3rd 2025

By Felicia Mitchell

A breast cancer survivor reflects whimsically on how she might have aged with two breasts instead of one.

How Lung Cancer Helped to Save My Life

October 2nd 2025

By Sue McCarthy

Prior to my diagnosis with Stage 3B Lung Cancer, I had spent many years reading self-help books. I worked hard, but never felt successful, or took pride in myself.

Living with Lynch Syndrome

October 1st 2025

By Georgia Hurst

Oct. 1, Previvor Day, acknowledges us who carry a hereditary cancer syndrome or genetic mutation that significantly increases our risk of cancer.

I No Longer Think About Cancer Every Day

September 30th 2025

By Mary Sansone

How Testicular Cancer Taught Me to Be True to Myself

September 29th 2025

By Brian Sluga

After surviving testicular cancer, I learned to let go of envy, live in the moment, and embrace gratitude by staying true to who I am.

Exercise Helps Me Feel in Control While Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer

September 26th 2025

By Martha Carlson

As a metastatic breast cancer patient, I want to control what I can, including my diet and exercise.

A Day in the Life: Growing Where I’m Planted

September 25th 2025

By Georgia Hurst

Tending my garden and observing nature teaches me resilience, presence, and growth, helping me carry joy and sorrow while living with Lynch syndrome.

We Faced it All and We Stood Tall as Patients With Cancer

September 24th 2025

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

As a 12-year survivor of myelodysplastic syndrome, I’ve learned that each of us faces cancer our own way, and in the end, we can say we lived life our way.

A Day in the Life of a 22-Year Breast Cancer Survivor

September 23rd 2025

By Patti McGee

I’ve lived 22 years beyond my breast cancer diagnosis, and each day I honor survival with gratitude, wellness, and hope for myself and others.