Psychosocial

A metastatic breast cancer survivor notes that It takes bravery to choose friends with cancer, but she stresses that the love and joy that comes with those friendships far outweigh the potential grief.

I asked fellow patients with cancer and survivors on Twitter for advice on coping strategies to combat "Scanxiety" and some suggested making a conscious attempt to not let anxiety ruin the days leading up to your next scan. I gave it a shot, and it worked.

One cancer survivor finds health and healing in the gift of music.

A 10-year breast cancer, and six-year melanoma survivor reassures other survivors that they are not alone if they are struggling with anxiety, depression or PTSD years after their cancer treatments have ended.

As I walk around the senior community that I live in, I notice the stark reminders that life is an impermanent adventure.

An author who journaled while homebound after cancer treatment has created a book of writing prompts for those who are staying put during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exploring your story can bring awareness and closure — and help you love this new version of yourself.

A cancer survivor reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic can feel exhausting but notes that we can still persevere.

It's important to celebrate the mini-victories along the cancer journey, whether it's with your favorite food or a small parade.

A survivor of male breast cancer goes through what he wishes he knew before a breast cancer diagnosis.

Dr. Pat Basu, president and CEO of Cancer Treatment Centers of America discusses the fear surrounding cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic and finding the right balance between what is an essential visit and what can be done using telemedicine.

“There's a lot of miscommunication and number one, I would tell them you don't need to face these decisions alone,” Dr. Pat Basu said in an interview addressing patient’s fear in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A fellow cancer survivor mourns the passing of Kathy LaTour.

“I think that when people are diagnosed with cancer, cancer really becomes their life,” Alessandra Tantawi said in a recent interview with CURE®. “And it's so hard to just have a ‘normal day’ where you can focus on anything besides cancer. And I think what's important is to spend time that is outside of the cancer treatment.”

For survivor Michele Grimes, time at home during the pandemic fosters an opportunity for reflection and growth.

A cancer journey influences how a person contemplates retirement. In my case, it inspired me to retire from teaching earlier than I had originally planned.

Takeaways from 3 months of video tele-mental-health care during cancer treatment amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Support for cancer patients and survivors comes in all shapes and sizes, but sometimes the good vibes, encouragement and positivity can go too far

A breast cancer survivor talks about how she went about enjoying the summer to find the right swimsuit for her after her cancer journey included a mastectomy.

Writing about the cancer journey and sharing your story is vulnerable and challenging, but the experience is often cathartic and necessary.

A cancer survivor deals with virtual examinations and how they can feel impersonal.

A simple banana split can be a powerful memory, and a powerful tool, to help caregivers and patients find the strength to keep going on their cancer journey.

A cancer survivor explains why being in remission feels similar to worrying about getting COVID-19.

COVID-19 and cancer are very different in how they work in the body, but the psychosocial challenges they present are also very familiar.