Psychosocial

Breast cancer survivor shares her dance on the risk continuum of the chemicals in our lives.

Holland, who worked until the end of her life in the field she was largely responsible for founding, had served, since 1989, as the Wayne E. Chapman Chair in Psychiatric Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), in New York.

Don't be ashamed that you haven't "moved on," says this metastatic breast cancer patient.

Breast cancer and melanoma survivor reflects about being tired of her cancers and shares a way to respond to uncertainty.

"Getting on" with life after a spouse dies is not easy. Forgiving cancer for its domino effect is even harder.

Life-saving medical care can leave scars that don't show on the outside, but last a lifetime.

Some cancer survivors are good at getting on with life. Some of us remain timid about the prospect of life, even when a prognosis is good. A new year is a good time to try harder to seize the day, whatever the future is likely to bring.

Throughout our cancer journey there will be many losses. There will also be some gifts. Focusing on the gifts in times of sadness may help us process pain.

One caregiver grapples with the consequences of her sister's terminal cancer diagnosis.

Remission may put an end to the disease, but it does not always stop the feeling of being lost.

Christmas can be a real challenge when going through cancer. Aside from the financial burden that may limit the number of boxes under the tree, the emotional burden can dampen what is usually a happy and cheerful time of year.

My sister was told about hair loss many times at the beginning of treatment, but the magnitude of being bald didn't hit her until the hair started coming out.

While patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) tend to have long life expectancies, with many prescribed to a “watch-and-wait” approach, a recent study by the Cancer Support Community (CSC) found that more than half of patients living with the disease reported that having CLL affects their viewpoints regarding their life expectancy.

Not all employees with cancer get paid leave, but those who did saw better health and financial outcomes.

Of course, there was sadness, but more than anything there was appreciation for my own life and the people close to me. I feel gratitude for still being here, having an excellent quality of life and for the warning cancer gives.

Breast cancer and melanoma survivor shares coping strategies for the holidays.

How often do you pause for reflection?

Our cultural tendency to try to draw bright lines when it comes to the cost of health care relies on hindsight to criticize doctors for their lack of foresight. But it is only hindsight, as we all know, that is 20/20.

Cancer-free but at risk, one previvor felt guilty for receiving medical attention.

Should I be planning big, celebratory trips or my funeral? My fears may not be rational, but they're real.

Join us today, Dec. 19, for our year-end #CureConnect tweet chat, where we will be diving into what our readers saw as the most important updates of the year. Maybe people were intrigued by the correlation between viruses and cancer, or maybe improving cancer survivorship was key this year.

A free online pilot program helps people with cancer and their partners work through sexual health and fertility obstacles.

While the holidays can sometimes be a challenging time, there are always gifts to be found.

Breast cancer and melanoma survivor shares ways to cope with fear of recurrence and cancer worries.

Statements to live by in making this time of year a little easier.

To raise awareness for the striking effects the disease has on women, the LCRF recently launched two campaigns.

The best gift for those living with cancer during the holidays is the freedom to cope by changing traditions and acknowledging emotions.