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The End of a Cancer Support Group

July 1st 2019

By Barbara Tako

This survivor shares the benefits of finding a local cancer support group or individual as she laments the retirement of her own cancer support group leader.

What Is Remission?

June 29th 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

My doctor explained to me I was in what is called “partial remission.” I am well aware that this is temporary, but as I wrote in another article – so is life! While there is no cure for my disease, I choose to appreciate each and every day that I feel good.

Dear Silvie: A Letter to My Chemo Wig

June 27th 2019

By Meryl Verb

A letter to my chemo wig, Silvie, thanking her for the confidence, strength, courage and bravery that she helped me find during my cancer journey.

With Glioblastoma, What You See Isn't Always What You Get

June 26th 2019

By Lori Luedtke

This cancer living inside of me has been life altering. On the outside you may think that things are not so bad. What you are not seeing is that my cancer is incurable.

How To Celebrate Surviving

June 25th 2019

By Shira Zwebner

Don't let anyone else decide how you choose to celebrate any post-cancer milestones.

Hearing The Patient's Voice

June 25th 2019

By Martha Carlson

Why this breast cancer survivor thinks more oncologists should be listening carefully to patients on social media.

Mitigating the Hurt When Friends Withdraw

June 25th 2019

By Jamie Aten, Ph.D.

How to respond to others that pull away after the cancer diagnosis.

Breast Cancer Survivorship Reminders

June 21st 2019

By Bonnie Annis

Breast cancer survivorship is something to celebrate and there are many ways to commemorate the fact, but are t-shirts and other items the best way to honor survivors? One survivor shares her perspective and reflects on National Cancer Survivor’s Day.

Cancer Survivorship and The Art of Letting Go

June 20th 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

I have a daily calendar on my desk with very wise sayings. One that really stood out was by J.C.Watts. “It doesn’t take a lot of strength to hang on. It takes a lot of strength to let go.”

'Houston, We Have a Problem'... Or Not

June 20th 2019

By Doris Cardwell

Many survivors face times of worry and anxiety. An upcoming appointment, a scan, a new lump, bump or spot can all be triggers for feeling intense anxiety. Here are three simple tools from a fellow survivor to help cope in those times.