Survivorship
Patient With Stage 4 Lung Cancer Shares How She Uses Social Media
Clara Mae Cirk, a 30-year-old who was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, opens up about her journey and using social media as an outlet to educate others.
How Can We Stand Up to Cancer as Patients?
I share practical strategies for living well with cancer, from research and self-care to support, creativity, and wise giving.
Why Patients With Cancer ‘Have to Be Our Own Advocates’
Kristen Dahlgren of the Cancer Vaccine Coalition spoke with CURE about patients’ need to find reliable sources of information.
Could Cancer Vaccines Become a Reality Within the Next Decade?
Kristen Dahlgren of the Cancer Vaccine Coalition spoke with CURE about why she remains hopeful for the future or cancer vaccines.
What Happens When Kids in Families Affected by Cancer Return to School
CURE spoke with an expert about the needs of children in families living with cancer during back-to-school season.
Finding Support in Unexpected Places Through Hereditary Cancer Advocacy
I share how my friendship with advocate Amy Byer Shainman helped me navigate hereditary cancer, showing that real support comes from empath and honesty.
Back to School Time Creates ‘Perfect Storm’ For Families Facing Cancer
CURE spoke with a clinical social worker about issues faced by families dealing with cancer as kids return to school.
Contrave Boosts Weight Loss for Breast Cancer Survivors
Breast cancer survivors who lost ≤5% of body weight with diet and exercise experienced greater weight loss, improved function, and less pain with Contrave.
Support Program Offers Help for Parents Facing Pediatric Cancer
Dena Paluck, whose daughter Laura had osteosarcoma, volunteers with Hopeful Hearts to connect parents of children with cancer to support networks.
How Cancer Treatment Can Increase Risk for Other Conditions in Survivors
Cancer treatments can speed up aging in survivors, according to research, which can contribute to a person's risk for conditions like heart disease.
Using Social Media to Amplify the Patient Voice and Advocacy
Clara Cirks is a stage 4 lung cancer patient who uses platforms like TikTok and Instagram to amplify her voice and raise awareness about patient advocacy
Survivorship Anxiety: What Comes After Cancer Treatment
CURE spoke with an expert about specific psychological concerns faced by cancer survivors.
Survivor Builds Support Network for Women With Cancer
Staci Kirk, a six-time cancer survivor, founded the Stiletto Boss Foundation to empower women through mentorship, self-advocacy and healing.
How Can Self-Advocacy Improve Care for Newly Diagnosed Patients?
Six-time cancer survivor Staci Kirk urges patients to trust their bodies and speak up to ensure their needs are understood and addressed throughout cancer care.
True Life Stories About Cancer Can Inspire Others
Watching a true-life story about a woman’s battle with cancer has given me a new perspective on life.
Explaining What is Biology-Guided Radiation Therapy in Cancer Care
Samantha Bianzon explained what biology-guided radiation therapy for cancer is, as well as highlighted how it may differ from the more traditional types of radiation.
Food Insecurity Linked to Higher Risk of Death After Cancer
Food insecurity is linked to a 28% higher risk of death among cancer survivors compared with those who have never received a cancer diagnosis, a new study found.
Meaningful Changes to Reduce Environmental Toxicities
Dr. Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies discuss small yet meaningful changes that patients can make to their home environment to foster a sense of wellness.
How To Self-Advocate While Combating Insurance Red Tape
Dr. Alexandra Zaleta discussed actionable steps that individuals can take to advocate for a more person-centered insurance practice approach.
Embracing Your ‘New Normal’ After a Cancer Diagnosis
Valarie Traynham sat down for an interview in CURE in which she discussed adjusting to life after cancer, detailing her ‘new normal.’
The Emotional Impact of Insurance Delays For Those With Cancer
Dr. Alexandra Zaleta discussed the impact of administrative delays and insurance red tape experienced by patients with advanced cancer.
Screening, Prehab May Reduce Breast Cancer Survivorship Burden
Prehabilitation and early screening, including BIS, can ease recovery, reduce side effects and help manage lymphedema after breast cancer treatment.
Addressing Feelings of Loneliness After a Cancer Diagnosis
Hearing that you have cancer can lead to dark feelings; however, others have walked this road and come out on the other end, a cancer thriver explained.
What You Can’t Do With Cancer: Talking About the Negatives
I’ve survived rare blood cancer for 15 years, but the lasting side effects have taken a toll — even so, I still find purpose, joy and reasons to keep going.
Funding for Cancer Research: Hope in a State of Fear
Cancer is nonpartisan. It touches everyone — cutting across religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status.
Broken Yet Unbreakable: My Previvor Journey and the Power of Symbolism
Learning I carried the BRCA1 mutation was terrifying, but it gave me the power to choose prevention, embrace survivorship, and honor my journey with purpose.
Veteran Credits CAR T-Cell Therapy With Helping Him Reach Remission
Mark Daniels, 83, says CAR T-cell therapy and strong support helped him overcome lymphoma twice and return to the fitness-focused life he values.
Living After Cancer: A Cancer Thriver Shares Her Story
Valarie Traynham, a cancer thriver and patient advocate, imparts advice and discusses survivorship after a cancer diagnosis.
The Hidden Cost of Cancer: Time Toxicities and Insurance Delays
Dr. Alexandra Zaleta discusses how most cancer patients face prior authorization delays, despite 95% being approved, highlighting the need for reform.
Living with Cancer Taught Me Strength, Wage Theft Taught Me Silence
Diagnosed with incurable cancer in her 20s, Nathalie Jean rebuilt broken systems in public service — only to face wage theft and silence after success.