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Keeping my part-time teaching job during breast cancer treatment gave me purpose, connection and strength — and it helped me rediscover my voice as a writer.

IV infiltration and extravasation remind this cancer patient of the constant challenges of speaking up and advocating for their own care.

After attending several cancer support groups, I reflect on what makes them helpful, inclusive and healing — and invite others to share their insights too.

Butterflies are believed to be a symbol of resurrection and hope. This is an inspiring story about this phenomenon.

When asked to choose a word other than “survivor” to describe myself, I chose “person” because cancer does not define who I am.

Cancer leaves deep emotional scars long after treatment ends, but for many survivors, honest, unfiltered writing can be a powerful path to healing.

A watercolor set gifted during my bone marrow transplant for acute myeloid leukemia became my outlet for wonder, creativity, and lasting joy in recovery and beyond.

Writing poems following my lymphoma diagnosis gave me hope and purpose as I endured chemo, helping me heal and share my experience with others.

Laura Yeager is a two-time breast cancer survivor. Catch up on all of Laura's blogs here!

I’m in remission from small lymphocytic lymphoma and off treatment, savoring this break while learning to live with the uncertainty that still lingers.

A subtle ad about breast cancer self-checks led me to reflect on my own experience and the complex role of pharmaceutical companies in awareness.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer, then lung cancer 17 years later — and both ultimately led me to make meaningful, positive changes in my life.

Five years after my lymphoma diagnosis, life looks normal on the outside; however, the fear of recurrence and the reality of cancer never fully fade.

I found a lump and was shocked to learn it was breast cancer, but over 22 years I’ve learned healing takes time, asking for help is strength, and hope grows.

After nearly 11 years of living with Hodgkin lymphoma, my sister Kathleen passed away peacefully at 39, leaving me to navigate the sorrow of losing her.

I celebrated five years since my bone marrow transplant with a surprise video from my donor, a beautiful reminder of the life she helped me keep.

After eleven 11 of survivorship, I’ve been waiting to hear the words, “You’re completely free of cancer! Go in peace,” but I’m wondering if it ever will happen.

My cancer journey taught me that nothing is certain; however, with support, humor and acceptance, we can weather the ups and downs.

It took years to understand why my mastectomy site looked different. Knowing I healed correctly for my procedure helped me accept my new normal.

I’ve survived rare blood cancer for 15 years, but the lasting side effects have taken a toll — even so, I still find purpose, joy and reasons to keep going.

Fear is a powerful enemy of the mind but there’s another word that has the same power. That word is a six letter one, cancer.

Nine years after my bladder cancer diagnosis, I reflect on its recurrence, caregiving, grief, and my new life with leukemia and renewed gratitude.

Tamron Little was diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007 as a 21-year-old new mother. Catch up on Tamron's blogs here!

After years off medication, I finally enjoyed a grapefruit cocktail — symbolizing freedom from cancer’s constant shadow and hope for the future.

After years of survivorship, I’m realizing that shedding extra pounds may do more than improve comfort — it could reduce my risk of recurrence.

I share how hope, even when uncertain, helped me through cancer and honors its role in balancing realism, resilience and emotional survival.

After having a double mastectomy to rid myself of cancer, I’m less picky about how I look and won’t be wearing uncomfortable shapewear for a wedding.

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer at 20. I’ve learned to embrace the pauses in life and stand proud as a survivor who won’t be ignored.

I entered remission from lung cancer 5.5 years ago, but faced a tough road readjusting, with ongoing physical, mental and emotional challenges.

I share how traveling fueled my passion for life, how myeloma changed my journeys, and how new mobility options have opened doors to adventure and connection.