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How Physical and Emotional Scars Affected Me During Cancer

August 15th 2024

By Carla Deschamps

My views on scars — both physical and emotional — changed throughout my cancer experience.

The Right Mindset Helped Me Focus on Healing After Stage 4 Cancer

August 14th 2024

By Steve Rubin

Reflecting on different reminders that have helped me maintain an empowering mindset and stay motivated on healing with cancer, one day at a time.

Is It Possible to Forget Having Breast Cancer?

August 13th 2024

By Bonnie Annis

After a decade of surviving cancer, I’ve wondered if it’s possible to truly forget I had breast cancer. After a small incident, I thought perhaps it was possible. Now I’m not so sure.

My Olympics With Multiple Myeloma

August 12th 2024

By Ronald Chin

After my myeloma diagnosis, each day is my own personal Olympics, filled with trials and triumph.

Cancer Survivors and Olympians Need to Be in Tune With Their Bodies

August 9th 2024

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Just like athletes in the Olympics, it's important for cancer survivors to keep track of everything they feel and to know their bodies well.

How Cancer Impacts the Perception of Illness

August 8th 2024

By Karen Cohn

When I started experiencing symptoms of an infection, I was worried that my follicular lymphoma had returned.

Experiencing Loneliness as a Cancer Survivor

August 7th 2024

By Mary Sansone

After receiving cancer treatment and leaving the hospital, sometimes it feels like a safety net has been pulled away and loneliness sets in.

Feeling Imposter Syndrome in the Cancer Community

August 6th 2024

By Burt Rosen

Understanding how I fit in matters to me but figuring out my identity in the cancer space is not always easy.

Crossing Paths With My Breast Surgeon in Public

August 5th 2024

By Laura Yeager

I happened to see my breast surgeon at an art show and, out of respect, chose not to talk to her.

How Friends and Family Helped After My Cancer Diagnosis

August 2nd 2024

By Linda Cohen

It was beneficial for both myself and my loved ones when I gave a concrete answer to the question of “how can I help?”