Psychosocial
Cancer and Toxic Positivity
Support for cancer patients and survivors comes in all shapes and sizes, but sometimes the good vibes, encouragement and positivity can go too far
Summer, Swimsuits and a Mastectomy
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 With A Purpose
Writing about the cancer journey and sharing your story is vulnerable and challenging, but the experience is often cathartic and necessary.
There Are No Hugs with Telehealth
A cancer survivor deals with virtual examinations and how they can feel impersonal.
Cancer, Covid, and Quarantine
Memories Along the Cancer Journey
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.
My New Abnormal
How is Remission Similar to COVID-19?
A cancer survivor explains why being in remission feels similar to worrying about getting COVID-19.
I Want to Be "Me" Again
The Great Equalizer: COVID-19 and Cancer
COVID-19 and cancer are very different in how they work in the body, but the psychosocial challenges they present are also very familiar.