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Celebrating Lifesavers Before, During and After Cancer

April 19th 2023

By Mary Sansone

Throughout my cancer experience — and my entire life — there were many people who came in and saved my life.

Good News or Guilt: Living With Stage 4 Cancer

April 18th 2023

By Martha Carlson

Is it always one or the other? Can good news in one person’s cancer experience do good for the community?

Drip, Drip, Drip: A Poem About Cancer

April 17th 2023

By Ivannia Soto

Every three weeks I experience the “drip, drip, drip” of cancer treatment.

Let Fear Help You Focus After Cancer

April 17th 2023

By Doris Cardwell

I’m 16 years out from my breast cancer diagnosis, but every now and then, panic still creeps up on me.

As a Cancer Survivor, I Appreciate the Song, 'Here Comes the Sun'

April 15th 2023

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

As a cancer survivor, I feel that the song, "Here comes the sun" can inspire us all.

Carpe Diem A Little Harder After a Skin Cancer Scare

April 14th 2023

By Georgia Hurst

I recently experienced scanxiety after a skin check-up showed something suspicious.

5 Reasons Why I Accepted Help During Cancer

April 13th 2023

By Tamron Little

After being diagnosed with mesothelioma and undergoing a long surgery, I wanted to do it all, but I just couldn’t. Family and friends stepped in to help.

Mental Health Linked to Emotional and Physical Distress in Older Patients With Metastatic Cancer

April 12th 2023

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

Some factors may increase the risk for anxiety and depression in older patients with metastatic cancer including distress related to physical symptoms, relationships, healthy lifestyle and communication with their health care team.

Cancer Imposter Syndrome

April 8th 2023

By Natasha Carlson

After hearing others' cancer stories, I found myself feeling "less than" because I didn't undergo radiation and chemotherapy.

What to Accept — and What Not to — During Cancer

April 6th 2023

By Steve Rubin

After being diagnosed with aggressive bone cancer, I had to accept that much of my life was going to change.