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Despite the initial shock and challenges, I found strength and support within the community of single parents.

My journey as a foster parent paralleled my cancer experience, both demanding resilience, support, and a redefinition of normal.

Following a lung cancer diagnosis, I learned that it is important to ask oncologists thoughtful questions to know if they are the best doctor for my needs.

I've learned that cooking for friends during their cancer journey is a way to express love and support, even if it doesn't cure them.

I rediscovered myself through community, writing, music and cooking after my journey with multiple myeloma.

The Lung Cancer Genetics Study, a collaboration between lung cancer advocacy organizations, aims to explore the genetics of lung cancer

My New Year's resolutions have evolved from seeking external goals to embracing personal growth and appreciating each day.

Waiting for results of a CT scan after a cancer diagnosis is agonizing, as I anxiously await news on whether my disease has returned.

As someone who has overcome colorectal cancer, I reflect on the support I received from others and vow to continue their legacy of advocacy.

I share how faith, positive affirmations and resilience helped me overcome stage 2 colon cancer and find strength in recovery.

As a cancer treatment waiting room volunteer, I’ve discovered a unique community of shared experiences and unexpected connections.

At my routine oncology checkup, I regretted not bringing my husband when an unexpected medication changes left me feeling overwhelmed and alone.

When I recognize my frustration and dissapointment with the test results for my chronic lymphocytic leukemia, I find comfort in listening to music.

As I shift from an oncologist to a gynecologist for breast screenings, I examine both my reluctance to let go of the past and my hopes for the future.

Every treatment bag should include an unlimited supply of humor. Stuff will happen. It’ll be hard, but you may learn to laugh about it later, like I did.

2024 was a year of resilience after a myeloma diagnosis, marked by a return to public speaking, a documentary filming experience and a fundraising walk.

After surviving colon cancer, I reflect on how the lessons from my journey transformed my life and guide me to embrace its beauty.

I've learned to embrace the changing nature of my body as I age, accepting the challenges and finding gratitude in each day.

Despite being declared cancer-free after initial treatment, I grapple with survivor's guilt, questioning why my lymphoma responded to therapy while others did not.

As I prepare for treatment of my chronic lymphocytic leukemia, I reflect on the challenges of aging and side effects while staying focused on living fully.

Receiving a diagnosis of colon cancer at age 34 was such a shocking experience, but it has helped me become more strong-willed.

We, survivors, often express our gratitude for life, love, support and research, but what about the patients who do not experience positive outcomes from treatment?

This Christmas, my wish for all of you is that you read this and feel seen, that someone out there knows how very hard this is for you.

Watching "Scrooge" every Christmas made me reflect on my own journey, where my past struggles with illness taught me valuable lessons about forgiveness, love and joy.

A reflective Christmas morning run, following a cancer diagnosis, inspires profound gratitude for life and a renewed commitment to living a meaningful life.

The holiday season is here, so here’s a festive poem to remind us that cancer should not control us during this time.

I’m very grateful for my SLL medication, but I never thought a side effect of the medication would affect my wardrobe for the rest of my life.

During this holiday season, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on how my dog Payton stayed by my side during acute myeloid leukemia.