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12 Years in Remission From Cancer

September 9th 2021

By Brenda Denzler

A cancer survivor dedicates two spirited poems to living 12 years post-cancer.

Expert Talks ‘Massive Exposure’ to Toxins After the 9/11 Attacks

September 9th 2021

By Jamie Cesanek

An expert from Mount Sinai shares his account of Sept. 11, 2001, and describes how the toxins released as a result of the attacks have long-term health impacts.

Cancer Survivors Have Less Marijuana Use Than Those Without a Cancer History

September 8th 2021

By Antonia DePace

Cancer survivors were less likely to use marijuana than their counterparts who never had cancer, according to recent research.

What Do BRCA and Lynch Syndrome Have in Common?

September 7th 2021

By Georgia Hurst

A previvor analyzes the similarities and overlaps between living with Lynch syndrome and a BRCA mutation.

The Bubble of Cancer Survivor Health

September 3rd 2021

By Jessica Bolz

A cancer survivor expresses the frustration of constantly worrying about protecting her health in a dangerous world.

Athletics Helped Olympian Kevin McDowell Get Through Cancer

September 1st 2021

By Jamie Cesanek

Olympic triathlete Kevin McDowell explains how certain aspects of surviving cancer and training for the Olympics became intertwined throughout his journey.

Suffering Goes Beyond Cancer

August 25th 2021

By William Ramshaw

A patient with pancreatic cancer discusses how far words of kindness can go to individuals dealing with pain and suffering.

How a Cemetery in an Abandoned Ghost Town Inspired One Patient With Cancer

August 24th 2021

By Marissa Holzer

“I like to think the people of Bodie counted every day and made every day count, as hard as their lives were, reminding me to do the same,” writes a woman with metastatic breast cancer about her visit to Bodie State Historic Park.

A Morning Oasis: Survivor Prioritizes a 'Feel-Good Moment' Each Day

August 21st 2021

By Steve Rubin

Fitting at least one relaxing, positive moment into your schedule each day has the potential to improve your overall well-being, explains one cancer survivor.

Something to Look Forward to After Cancer Treatment

August 20th 2021

By Julie S. Brokaw

A survivor describes the small joys in life and how she avoids letting cancer get in the way.