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Quick as a Wink: The Long (or Short) Road to Recovery After Cancer

May 16th 2023

By John Smelcer, PhD, CAGS

After going through grueling cancer treatments, I thought I’d never be back to my old self again. But thankfully, that wasn’t the case.

Mother’s Day With Cancer: Not Just Another Day

May 12th 2023

By Doris Helene White

After going through cancer, Mother’s Day feels a bit different.

Reflection on Life 10 Years After Stem Cell Transplant

May 11th 2023

By Robert Trebor

A decade ago, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and underwent aggressive chemotherapy and an allogenic stem cell transplant. Though I still have complications related to my cancer, I’m thankful for what I still have.

Life After Cancer Is Slower, But That’s Not All Bad

May 11th 2023

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Slowing down due to cancer and COVID-19 made me realize the parts of life I’ve been missing, though my new pace isn’t all bad.

It’s OK to Stay in Touch With Cancer

April 27th 2023

By Joe Bullock

Even though I’ve had no evidence of cancer for the last five years, I still stay up to date about the latest developments for the disease.

Meditation Helped Me Handle Fear of Cancer Recurrence

April 26th 2023

By Patti McGee

At first I was skeptical about how meditation and breathing techniques could help me with fear of cancer recurrence. But once I started practicing, I noticed a difference in my anxiety.

Survivors, Caregivers Share Hope for the Future of Cancer Advancements

April 19th 2023

By Brielle Benyon

We asked our audience what advancements they hope to see in the oncology space within the next decade or so. Here’s what they had to say.

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.

I’m Fighting Cancer for the Long Run

April 16th 2023

By Steve Rubin

It’s essential that I maintain a sense of urgency, as well as long-term stamina, in my cancer survivorship.

Clean Cancer Scans and Thrift Shopping

April 12th 2023

By Laura Yeager

After receiving clean cancer scans, I rewarded myself with a trip to the thrift shop.