Survivorship | News

Carrying the Weight of Chronic Illness

May 14th 2019

By Samira Rajabi

Carrying chronic illness can be very difficult, but there are ways to navigate the world without being crushed by the weight of what we cannot control.

Vision Boards for Cancer Survivors

May 4th 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Vision Boards are both therapeutic and fun for cancer survivors and everyone else!

Cancer Survivorship and the Mysterious 'New Normal'

May 3rd 2019

By Lynn Aspey

Most people have heard the term "new normal" for individuals living, surviving and struggling with cancer. What actually does that mean?

Opioid Use May Be Higher Among Older Cancer Survivors

April 30th 2019

By Katie Kosko

Researchers examined the prevalence of chronic opioid use among survivors of breast, colorectal and lung cancer.

Finding My Tribe

April 29th 2019

By Martha Carlson

I didn't see how alone I was with cancer until I found purpose and friendships with advocacy.

Preparing for Survivorship

April 26th 2019

By Bonnie Annis

When treatment ends and survivorship begins, how do those with cancer make the transition? In this post, one survivor shares her findings.

Is Imagination More Important Than Research?

April 23rd 2019

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Which is more important – research or imagination? Maybe they are equally vital in survivorship!

Cancer Changed Me for the Better

April 19th 2019

By Bonnie Annis

Can a diagnosis of cancer affect a person in a positive way? One survivor seems to think so.

'Cancer Warriors': Fighting Cancer with Karate

April 18th 2019

By Kenneth Rebstock

After receiving a diagnosis of colon cancer, one survivor started the Cancer Warrior Martial Arts Program, which honors kids and martial artists with their Cancer Warrior Black Belt and certificate for their courageous fight against cancer.

A Cancer Survivor Versus the Common Cold

April 17th 2019

By Felicia Mitchell

How can surviving cancer teach us how to endure the discomfort of a common cold and vice versa? Sometimes an ordinary illness can teach us how to vent and exercise self-care beyond self-pity.