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My Insights to Cancer Genetics After More Than 20 Years of Brain Tumor Survival

July 28th 2022

By Jeannine Walston

After being a 20-year brain tumor survivor, I met with a genetic counselor and learned that I have a MUYTH gene mutation.

‘I Like to Move It’: How Exercise Helped Me Fight Fatigue and Feel Better After Breast Cancer

July 28th 2022

By Bonnie Annis

I was feeling fatigued after undergoing breast cancer treatment, but once I started walking multiple times a week, I noticed that I felt much better.

Drawing Was a ‘Creative Reprieve’ During My Wife’s Cancer

July 27th 2022

By Mark Hicks

Drawing helped me stay grounded while my wife was going through cancer treatment.

Emotions Are High After Receiving Good Cancer-Related News

July 26th 2022

By Steve Rubin

My oncology team and I decided that it was OK to decrease the frequency of cancer-related scans, leaving me both relieved and nervous.

Snake Oil Salesmen Prey on Cancer Survivors and Their Loved Ones

July 26th 2022

By Debbie Legault

It baffles me that people take advantage of patients with cancer by peddling fake cures.

My Race With Cancer Made Me Appreciate Every Day

July 25th 2022

By Khevin Barnes

Surviving cancer made me thankful for each day. After all, the human lifespan is limited.

Patient Advocacy at ASCO 2022

July 22nd 2022

By Martha Carlson

This year, I returned to the American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting, where I heard about the latest advancements in cancer care, as well as met with fellow patients and advocates.

Rejecting Breast Reconstruction, Accepting Myself and Going Fabulously Flat

July 21st 2022

By Elizabeth McSpadden

After experiencing complications from breast reconstruction, I’ve decided to go “fabulously flat” and evict my implants.

I Feel Empathy for Those Who Are Abandoned During Cancer

July 20th 2022

By Laura Yeager

I would be devastated if my husband left me during my cancer experience. Unfortunately, that is a reality for some people.

I’ve Found a New Home With Other Cancer Survivors

July 19th 2022

By Ron Cooper

As I reflect on cancer survivorship, I notice how important the camraderie with fellow survivors is.