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A Cancer Survivor Unpacks the Impacts of Society’s Labels: 'Am I a Victim or a Survivor?'

September 17th 2021

By Robin Zimmerman

A melanoma survivor and former caregiver analyzes the way society’s labels shape our behaviors and identities.

Experiencing Post Traumatic Stress After Cancer

September 16th 2021

By William Ramshaw

A cancer survivor explains that similar to combat veterans who experience post-traumatic stress after war, cancer survivors live with the impacts of their journey even after being in remission.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Cancer Survivors Experiencing More Challenges in Survivorship Than Heterosexuals

September 16th 2021

By Colleen Moretti

Cancer survivors who identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual report experiencing significantly more challenges in their survivorship than their heterosexual peers, according to recent study results.

Black Cancer Survivors May Experience Lower BMI, Improved Quality of Life in Neighborhoods That Are Close to Walkable Destinations

September 14th 2021

By Colleen Moretti

Residing in neighborhoods that are within walking distance of destinations such as shops, restaurants and bus stops was associated with a decrease in BMI among black cancer survivors.

Celebrating the End of Cancer Treatment

September 13th 2021

By Kim Johnson

After enduring cancer, how does one celebrate completing treatments? A woman writes about celebrating all of her sister's successes, no matter how big or small.

12 Years in Remission From Cancer

September 9th 2021

By Brenda Denzler

A cancer survivor dedicates two spirited poems to living 12 years post-cancer.

Expert Talks ‘Massive Exposure’ to Toxins After the 9/11 Attacks

September 9th 2021

By Jamie Cesanek

An expert from Mount Sinai shares his account of Sept. 11, 2001, and describes how the toxins released as a result of the attacks have long-term health impacts.

Cancer Survivors Have Less Marijuana Use Than Those Without a Cancer History

September 8th 2021

By Antonia DePace

Cancer survivors were less likely to use marijuana than their counterparts who never had cancer, according to recent research.

What Do BRCA and Lynch Syndrome Have in Common?

September 7th 2021

By Georgia Hurst

A previvor analyzes the similarities and overlaps between living with Lynch syndrome and a BRCA mutation.

The Bubble of Cancer Survivor Health

September 3rd 2021

By Jessica Bolz

A cancer survivor expresses the frustration of constantly worrying about protecting her health in a dangerous world.