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Thoughts on Breast Cancer Awareness Month: the Disease Is No ‘Stroll Through the Park’

October 24th 2022

By Mark Hicks

Truly raising awareness for breast cancer — or any other disease — can’t be done with walks and colorful ribbons, but through seeing the people who are affected by the illness.

Adopting a Dog Helped Me Out of the Post-Cancer and COVID-19 Rut

October 21st 2022

By Bonnie Annis

When I found myself struggling with anxiety and depression after cancer and COVID-19, I decided a therapy dog might be a good idea, so I adopted one.

Shifting Thoughts About Pinktober and Breast Cancer Education

October 20th 2022

By Debbie Legault

My view on Breast Cancer Awareness month — aka “Pinktober” — shifted after my daughter was diagnosed.

Cancer Led Me to Health Advocacy, from PSA Screenings to COVID-19 Vaccinations

October 19th 2022

By Ron Cooper

As a survivor, I always urged people to get cancer screenings, and now I’ve found myself advocating for the COVID-19 booster shots, too.

From Pain to Gain: My Family Moved Away After My Cancer, But It All Worked Out

October 18th 2022

By Steve Rubin

After my cancer diagnosis, my family moved to Florida, which upset me at first, but ended up being a good thing.

When Pinktober Brings Another Breast Cancer Diagnosis

October 17th 2022

By Felicia Mitchell

Here are some tips on how I helped a friend who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

Don't Let a Good Doctor Go: My Pediatrician Helped Guide Me Through Cancer

October 14th 2022

By Eugenia Mancini Horan

I sent all my cancer scans to my pediatrician, who combined the power of science with the power of belief and helped me through the difficult time.

I’m Letting Go of the Victim Mentality and Celebrating Life Post-Cancer

October 13th 2022

By Bonnie Annis

I recently decided to stop feeling like a victim in life after cancer. Instead, I’ll celebrate life every day.

How to Use Drawing as a ‘Creative Break’ From Cancer

October 12th 2022

By Mark Hicks

A professional illustrator and former cancer caregiver uses a detailed step-by-step approach using simple shapes such as circles and rectangles to demonstrate how others can easily draw a lion.

A Month of Pink Is Not Enough to Prevent Breast Cancer Deaths

October 11th 2022

By Martha Carlson

I wish “Pinktober” was more about saving the people who will die from breast cancer and less about pink ribbons and sexualizing the disease.

No Second Thoughts About My Daughter’s Cancer Treatment Choices

October 10th 2022

By Debbie Legault

It’s easy to question treatment choices patients with cancer make, but my job as the mother of a patient was to be supportive.

I Plan to Beat Cancer by ‘Hoofing’ It

October 7th 2022

By Ron Cooper

Walking has played a key role in my cancer experience, as it helps my mental and physical health.

I’m Seeking Balance Between Toxic Positivity and Negative Vibes About Cancer

October 6th 2022

By Kelly Irvin

The truth is I stagger back and forth between the two camps — tell it like it is or walking on sunshine. It depends on the day, my treatment regimen, the lab or scan results, the losses and the gains.

Twitter Solved My Health Insurance Woes When Common Sense Got in My Way

October 5th 2022

By Marissa Holzer

The switch from private insurance to Medicare was a struggle — especially considering my need for cancer care — that was not solved by numerous phone calls, but by Twitter instead.

It Helps to Have a Beautiful Center for Cancer Treatments

October 4th 2022

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

Of course, I want the best cancer care, but I realized that the beauty of the environment where I get it is important too.

Life After Cancer: I’m Embracing the New Me

October 3rd 2022

By Patti McGee

It’s been 20 years since my cancer diagnosis, and in that time, I’ve changed significantly.

5 Things Cancer Taught Me About Mental Health

October 3rd 2022

By Tamron Little

I grew up in a society where mental health was stigmatized, but cancer made me realize that it helps to speak up about these issues.

Coping With a Disappointing Response to My Cancer Story

September 30th 2022

By Steve Rubin

Writing about my cancer was cathartic for me, but my loved ones had a tough time reading it.

Cancer Taught Me Some Unexpected Lessons

September 29th 2022

By Eugenia Mancini Horan

After being diagnosed with late-stage cancer, I learned many lessons, including the fact that I had to be my own best advocate.

From Cancer Progression to COVID-19, I Searched for Light During My Darkest Days

September 28th 2022

By Elizabeth McSpadden

On the same day that I learned of my cancer progression, I also found out I had COVID-19. Here’s how I handled that dark period of life.

Hereditary Cancer Demands a New Medical Discipline

September 27th 2022

By Mark Hicks

I'm suggesting a new medical discipline called "previvology" that is dedicated to the detection of genetic mutations and the prevention or early detection of cancers that are associated with them.

Cancer Taught Me to Be OK With Things I Can No Longer Do

September 26th 2022

By Khevin Barnes

I’m surviving cancer while getting older, too — that means I can no longer do some of the things I did when I was younger.

Why We Should Curse Cancer

September 23rd 2022

By Ron Cooper

When talking about cancer, it’s OK to use profanities sometimes.

Oct. 12: As I Approach My ‘Cancerversary,’ I Don’t Feel Like Celebrating

September 22nd 2022

By Chelsey Gomez

I used to love October, but after being diagnosed with cancer on Oct. 12 — twice — I dread the month.

Celebrity Cancer Stories Highlight an Unlevel Playing Field

September 21st 2022

By Debbie Legault

It’s good that celebrities with cancer raise awareness about the disease, but I think that they can do more.

This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, I’m Sharing Our Experience With the Disease

September 20th 2022

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

When my husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer in his mid 40s, we opted for a more aggressive treatment strategy, which led him being cancer-free and able to enjoy a healthy sex life.

A String of Medical Appointments Made Me Realize My Fear of Cancer Recurrence

September 19th 2022

By Bonnie Annis

I never thought I’d admit experiencing fear of cancer recurrence, but at a recent medical appointment I realized that I struggle with this fear daily.

Extra Years Together Meant We Aged Out of a Free Vacation for Families Affected by Cancer

September 16th 2022

By Martha Carlson

Extra years with my family meant missing out on a free trip granted to patients with cancer who have children under the age of 18 — and I’m OK with that.

How I’ll Handle My Emotions as I Rebuild My Life After Cancer

September 15th 2022

By Steve Rubin

Here’s how I plan to handle sadness, anger, loneliness, regret and guilt that comes with rebuilding my life after cancer.

My New, Side Effect-Free Cancer Treatment Makes Me Feel Like 'a Kid in a Toy Store'

September 14th 2022

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

My new cancer treatment hardly has any side effects, making me wonder if researchers are focusing on making their drugs more tolerable for patients.

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