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How Does a Cancer Survivor Obtain Life Insurance?

June 9th 2022

By Bonnie Annis

One of the most loving things I can do for my family is to purchase life insurance, but my application was turned down, presumably because of my cancer history.

My Third and Fourth Cancer Opinions Gave Me a Second Chance at Life

June 8th 2022

By Elizabeth McSpadden

Getting other medical opinions for my cancer diagnosis not only saved my life but also taught me self-care.

Is It Possible to See into Your Cancer Future?

June 7th 2022

By Ron Cooper

I was approached with the opportunity to ghostwrite for an author who was writing about his cancer journey. I’m still baffled by the timing, but that experience shifted into my eventual cancer journey.

Patient Advocates Represent a Much-Needed Lifeline for People Who are Dealing with Cancer

June 6th 2022

By Mark Hicks

Having someone beside you to accompany you during doctor's visits to take notes or having someone to help you find the right specialist or even to just help research what treatment options are available can be incredibly helpful.

I'm Glad I Got a Second Opinion for My Cancer Treatment

June 3rd 2022

By Steve Rubin

I trusted my oncology team with my life, so it was important that I found doctors I was comfortable with.

Cancer is Hard, and I'm Not Keeping Quiet

June 2nd 2022

By Martha Carlson

I’m not going to worry that I’m changing my own health by saying out loud that this cancer stuff is hard and scary and kills way too many people every single day.

My Daughter’s Cancer Treatment Is Over, So Why Do I Keep Thinking About the Disease?

June 2nd 2022

By Debbie Legault

Watching my daughter’s life be interrupted by breast cancer made me want to help other parents who might find themselves in a similar situation.

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at My Cancer Clinical Trial Experience

June 1st 2022

By Kelly Irvin

It’s good to have all the facts when you decide whether to participate in a cancer drug clinical trial—even the ones that make you swallow hard and tear up.

After a Simultaneous Bout With Cancer and COVID-19, I Must Balance Caution With Seizing the Day

May 31st 2022

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

My worst fear came true: I was diagnosed with COVID-19 while going through cancer. Now I live my life day by day.

I Can't Spend Every Day Fighting Cancer

May 31st 2022

By Khevin Barnes

In the immediate instance — and that’s where life is lived — I won’t spend my energy fighting against cancer. But that does not mean I don’t care.