Survivorship | News

Throwing Gasoline on the Cancer Fire

May 3rd 2021

By Khevin Barnes

A seven-year cancer survivor writes how the disease is a delicate balancing act and how secondary illnesses can fuel the cancer fire.

Embracing Summer Swimsuits Without Silicone Prostheses as a Breast Cancer Survivor

May 1st 2021

By Bonnie Annis

Summer poses challenges for those who have undergone mastectomy. Learn how one breast cancer survivor found a way to embrace breastlessness while still feeling feminine.

Writing ‘Morning Pages’ Helps Get My Mind Right Each Day

April 29th 2021

By Steve Rubin

A cancer survivor shares a journaling method that he has found to be beneficial to his mental health.

Years Later, the Decision to Walk Away from Aromatase Inhibitors Has Worked for Me

April 24th 2021

By Bonnie Annis

“It’s been almost seven years since I made the decision to stop taking aromatase inhibitors and I’m happy to report I’m feeling great,” writes a cancer survivor. “There are no more unwanted side effects. The decision to stop taking the medication was right for me.”

What I Have Learned Helping Friends Through Health Scares

April 22nd 2021

By Steve Rubin

Finding the balance between offering support and guidance while at the same time not overwhelming people going through health scares isn’t easy, writes a cancer survivor. He notes that although it may take some practice to get right, it is an important skill for cancer thrivers to get down.

Experiencing a Double Whammy: Chemo and COVID-19 Fog

April 20th 2021

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

A cancer survivor describes what “chemo fog” is and writes how many people are now experiencing a double whammy — “pandemic fog.”

Survivorship Champions

April 16th 2021

By Shelley Fuld Nasso

How one survivor’s journey led to her realization of what survivorship care is lacking and the importance of advocating for yourself during survivorship.

Slow Walking Pace May Be Cause for Alarm in Cancer Survivors

April 14th 2021

By Colleen Moretti

A slower walking pace may be associated with a higher risk of mortality rate in survivors of cancer compared with their healthy matched peers, according to an expert.

What Cancer Survivors Should Know About Tattoos

April 8th 2021

By Bonnie Annis

Some cancer survivors mark the end of their treatment by getting tattoos, but could that body art cause potential health risks? Here a cancer survivor — who has more than 10 tattoos — shares her perspective.

Recent News and Updates in the Field of Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer

April 7th 2021

By Jessica Skarzynski

In honor of Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Week, CURE® compiled some recent news and updates from this field that patients, survivors and caregivers may have missed.