Bonnie Annis

Medical marijuana continues to receive mixed reviews in the world of health care, but for those affected by cancer, it offers a ray of hope. Celebrities like Olivia Newton-John confirm the benefits through their own personal use of the plant but many don't have access to it.

The value of rest for a cancer survivor is paramount.

What is a cancer survivor's responsibility? How can she make a difference in the world?

A cancer diagnosis can threaten to shake our understanding of who we are if we let it. Learn how to avoid this trap with some practical advice.

Every year since 1994, we celebrate breast cancer awareness during the month of October. It's a special time of education and celebration. Learn more in this article.

If opting for the flat and fabulous look, it's important to learn to make friends with your belly because you're going to see it more often.

There are many fears associated with cancer, but not all of them have names.

Learning to live life with lymphedema is challenging. The life changes it presents can cause many negative emotions. but you don't have to loathe life just because you have a chronic medical condition.

Learning to laugh during breast cancer takes practice, but with a little effort, it can become good medicine.

After a cancer diagnosis, some people choose to look at their lives as they once were. Instead of moving forward, they become stuck in the past. Learn how this survivor found a valuable cancer lesson while cutting the grass.

The increase in health insurance deductibles has affected health care for many cancer patients. These changes contribute to unnecessary stress in the lives of some affected by breast cancer. Read one survivor's viewpoint.

Instead of feeling helpless, there are ways you can assist your loved one in navigating cancer. This post offers helpful tips to guide you along the way.

Summertime presents challenges for women affected by breast cancer. Body image often suffers if a woman hasn't come to terms with her new appearance.

There are many signs and symptoms of breast cancer, although some of them aren't very well known. Early detection can help prevent more serious problems. Learn more about how to recognize and protect yourself.

Cancer terminology isn't always easy to understand but in this post, hopefully you'll understand two of them much better.

For many years, breast cancer survivors have focused their hope on the number five. With the help of their oncologists, they've taken a big sip of this medical Kool aid. But are we hoping in an untruth? This survivor shares her perspective.

None of us are perfect. We all have flaws and imperfections, some us more than others.

What do you do? What should you know? Here are some practical pieces of advice from someone who

Sometimes breast cancer warriors need subtle reminders of their courageous fight. One survivor received that message from a coffee mug.

It seems there are apps for everything under the sun, but did you know there are many health-related apps for our phones that might be beneficial to you?

A rudimentary knowledge of the alphabet is one of the first things a school aged child learns, but sometimes, adults need a refresher course, especially when choosing a prosthesis.

Residual pain after breast cancer can be cancer-related fatigue. Learn more about the signs and symptoms from this survivor.

The supplement melatonin is well-known for its benefits in helping people sleep, but could it also be beneficial for helping keep breast cancer from returning? Evidence shows this might be the case.

For those living with lymphedema, everyday life can present both challenges and dangers. Learning how to avoid injury is vitally important but with just a few precautions, you can learn to protect your affected limb.

Mother's Day is a special time for remembering our mothers, and even when breast cancer was involved, the memories can still be sweet.

Keeping a healthy weight is vital for everyone, especially breast cancer survivors.

Saying goodbye to your old normal is necessary when you're faced with cancer. The new normal is a vitally important part of a cancer survivor's post diagnosis timeline.

Alternative cancer treatment takes a moderate amount of effort, but this survivor thinks it's worth it.

Social media can be beneficial in helping survivors connect with others experiencing similar health challenges. Although the benefits haven't been measured, evidence shows strong support for social connectivity.

Wishing is fairly commonplace, but can be extremely counterproductive especially in the lives of cancer patients.