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Body Positivity After a Mastectomy: An Ongoing Quest

July 7th 2025

By Felicia Mitchell

It took years to understand why my mastectomy site looked different. Knowing I healed correctly for my procedure helped me accept my new normal.

What You Can’t Do With Cancer: Talking About the Negatives

July 7th 2025

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I’ve survived rare blood cancer for 15 years, but the lasting side effects have taken a toll — even so, I still find purpose, joy and reasons to keep going.

My Imaginary Fear of Cancer Recurrence

July 4th 2025

By Bonnie Annis

Fear is a powerful enemy of the mind but there’s another word that has the same power. That word is a six letter one, cancer.

Reflections After Nine Years as a Bladder Cancer Survivor

July 3rd 2025

By Chester Freeman

Nine years after my bladder cancer diagnosis, I reflect on its recurrence, caregiving, grief, and my new life with leukemia and renewed gratitude.

Tipping My Hat to the Heroes of the Cancer Community

July 2nd 2025

By Tamron Little

Tamron Little was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007 as a 21-year-old new mother. Catch up on Tamron's blogs here!

A Cocktail and the Freedom I Never Expected With Cancer

July 1st 2025

By Linda Cohen

After years off medication, I finally enjoyed a grapefruit cocktail — symbolizing freedom from cancer’s constant shadow and hope for the future.

Could Shedding a Few Pounds Prevent a Breast Cancer Recurrence?

June 30th 2025

By Bonnie Annis

After years of survivorship, I’m realizing that shedding extra pounds may do more than improve comfort — it could reduce my risk of recurrence.

A Reflection on Hope from a Cancer Survivor

June 27th 2025

By Felicia Mitchell

I share how hope, even when uncertain, helped me through cancer and honors its role in balancing realism, resilience and emotional survival.

Saying No to Shapewear After a Double Mastectomy

June 27th 2025

By Laura Yeager

After having a double mastectomy to rid myself of cancer, I’m less picky about how I look and won’t be wearing uncomfortable shapewear for a wedding.

It’s Me, A Cancer Survivor, I Refuse to Be Ignored

June 26th 2025

By Brian Sluga

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer at 20. I’ve learned to embrace the pauses in life and stand proud as a survivor who won’t be ignored.