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A Work of Art, Not a Work of Cancer

February 12th 2019

By Cora Fahy

A mastectomy can leave a lasting mark. This breast cancer survivor found her own unique way to make it a beautiful one.

False Hope And Cancer Cures

February 9th 2019

By Martha Carlson

Why it matters when hope isn't really hope at all (and tips on reading articles about cancer research).

Parenting After Breast Cancer

February 8th 2019

By Kathy LaTour

Survivors with children face some of the biggest challenges when it comes to visualizing the future. After my breast cancer diagnosis in 1986, it was my daughter's future, rather than my own, for which I bargained.

Trying Out A(nother) Breast Form after a Mastectomy

February 7th 2019

By Felicia Mitchell

I am the first to admit that I have a love-hate relationship with breast forms post-mastectomy. Every now and then, I do put one on. It comforts me to know that there are multiple options (especially for women who wear them regularly).

When Is It OK To Weed Out Cancer-Related Paper Clutter And Paraphernalia?

February 7th 2019

By Barbara Tako

Here are tips for fellow cancer survivors to clear out cancer paraphernailia but keep important medical records.

No Road Is Too Rocky for This Survivor

November 28th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Jeff Young, D.V.M., refused to let cancer stop him from living.

The Ups and Downs of Cancer Survivorship

August 31st 2018

By Kate Beland

I know that once you are a cancer survivor, you're always a cancer survivor, but will that sinking feeling of no control ever go away?

What Cancer Survivor Day Means to a Testicular Cancer Survivor

June 4th 2018

By Justin Birckbichler

Seven points about what is means to be a survivor

ONS Congress 2018: A Moment of Reflection

May 19th 2018

By Kim Johnson

And no matter how isolating cancer can be for some patients, they need to know that they are not alone. An entire world of resources is out there, but without somebody to guide those affected by cancer, they may never know of this world.

Easy on the Eyes: Protecting Eye Health Through Cancer Treatments

May 17th 2018

By Leah Lawrence

A variety of cancer treatments can affect eye health, but being proactive helps avoid or lessen ocular issues.