Survivorship | News

The Forgotten Piece of Continuum of Care

May 2nd 2018

By Kathy LaTour

Survivorship care plans lag more than a decade after launch.

Remission Doesn't Mean Back to Normal

April 10th 2018

By Justin Birckbichler

Physically, I was on an upswing, but emotionally, things weren't looking great.

Bill Aims to Improve Cancer Survivorship Plans for Medicare Recipients

April 9th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

Cancer Care Planning and Communications (CCPC) Act would make survivorship care plans more accessible to patients who are insured by Medicare.

Shining a Spotlight on Prostate Cancer

March 29th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

What do Bill Nye the Science Guy, fashion designer Michael Kors and one very special prostate cancer advocate all have in common? Blue jackets, a runway and the ultimate goal of raising awareness for prostate cancer.

Survivorship Planning Should Start at Diagnosis

March 27th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

Many aspects of going through cancer can be overwhelming or difficult to navigate, so it is important that survivors have resources to help them navigate from the point of diagnosis to beyond the moment when their treatment ends.

Love Over Fear

March 22nd 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

In this episode, we’ll talk with founder Donna Deegan herself about the foundation and its efforts, as well as the foundation’s executive director Amanda Napolitano on how much they have raised so far, and we’ll hear from one very inspiring participant Hollis Youngner.

Let's Fight

March 8th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

Tony Beasley has spent years in the MLB as a third-base coach for the Texas Rangers. Little did he know his competitive nature and critical thinking would come in to play in his fight against stage 2 colorectal cancer. Since, Beasley has teamed up with Fight CRC as part of their One Million Strong Campaign to help others do one thing: Develop a mentality to fight.

Establishing a Safe Harbor for Survivors

February 22nd 2018

By Mindy Waizer

Alene Nitzky helps survivors transition from the end of treatment to the beginning of wellness.

Living With Chronic Pain After Cancer

February 20th 2018

By Kathy LaTour

Cancer offers a number of opportunities to be in pain, not only during treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, but also from late effects such as peripheral neuropathy.

Web-Based Intervention Helps Childhood Cancer Survivors With Physical Activity

February 16th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Adolescent cancer survivors can improve fitness, cognition and quality of life through increased physical activity, according to study findings presented ahead of the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) Cancer Survivorship Symposium.

Sexual Aids, Resources Are Scarce for Cancer Survivors

February 15th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

The availability of sexual aids and resources available to cancer survivors at a wide array of cancer centers appeared disappointingly low, according to survey results to be presented at the 2018 Cancer Survivorship Symposium.

Younger Cancer Survivors Found to Skip Out on Follow-Up Care

February 15th 2018

By Beth Fand Incollingo

While adolescent and young adult survivors of cancer face an increased risk of long-term complications, many people in this group end up "lost to follow-up," according to recent research.

Physical Therapy Helps Women Recover Arm Mobility After Lymph Node Surgery

February 13th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

“Our take home message here is that all women receiving lymph node dissection, whether it is axillary or sentinel, should receive physical therapy to regain range of motion more quickly after surgery, and thus, help maintain physical functioning,” said Electra D. Paskett, Ph.D., MO.

Journaling About Cancer: A Positive Practice

February 7th 2018

By Felicia Mitchell

Keeping a journal during cancer treatment is great for perspective. While it can give you insights into symptoms as well as a record of treatments and reactions, it can also give you documented proof of how strong you can be, even years later.

Join Our World Cancer Day Tweet Chat

February 5th 2018

By CURE staff

World Cancer Day is approaching. Join us on Monday's #CureConnect tweet chat to discuss how cancer has impacted your life.

Am I Vain After Cancer? I Will Cry If I Want To

February 5th 2018

By Barbara Tako

Breast cancer survivor discusses her upcoming prophylactic double mastectomy with reconstruction.

Lack of Information Can Be Frustrating for Survivors

February 2nd 2018

By Doris Cardwell

I am forever thankful for the care I received from my oncology care team. But I am also often frustrated by lack of knowledge for late-term effects resulting from that care.

Variety of Factors Decrease Health-Related Quality of Life in Geriatric Patients

January 31st 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

Additional physical and mental components may seriously affect health-related quality of life in older patients with cancer.

Returning to Work After Cancer Treatment

January 30th 2018

By Victoria Puzo, LCSW

For many cancer survivors, returning to work can be both exciting and anxiety-inducing. Knowing your rights and making a plan can help ensure a smooth transition.

MDS Foundation Eliminates Wait Times for Access to Cancer Care

December 28th 2017

By Katie Kosko

Through its Centers of Excellence program, the MDS Foundation helps patients get appointments with leading experts from around the world.

Holidays, Cancer and Clutter

December 8th 2017

By Barbara Tako

Two-time cancer survivor offers ways to reduce clutter during the holidays and beyond.

Don't Let Cancer Ransom the Joy of the Holiday Season

November 11th 2017

By Barbara Tako

Are you trying to get ready for the holidays in addition to being newly diagnosed with cancer, receiving active treatment or coping with survivorship? It’s not an easy task.

10 Diet and Exercise Tips for People Who Say, 'I Can't'

November 10th 2017

By Barbara Tako

A two-time cancer survivor shares strategies that have helped her over the years with healthy eating habits and movement.

Advice for Clinicians on Helping Survivors Through Mammograms

October 24th 2017

By Felicia Mitchell

The annual mammogram can be triggering for survivors. They could use a little more TLC from the system during this annual ritual.

Defining Words of Cancer

October 5th 2017

By Kim Johnson

I gained perspective about the words used when people talk about cancer.

Cancer and Your Career

August 22nd 2017

By Laura Yeager

Try not to let cancer hinder your career.

Off With the Old, On With the New

August 18th 2017

By Bonnie Annis

A breast cancer survivor learns to shed her old identity and adapt to her new one.

Cancer Survivor: Redefining a Title

June 13th 2017

By Kim Johnson

Changing the perception of what it means to be a survivor

Redefining Strength for the Trauma Sufferer

May 17th 2017

By Samira Rajabi

There are so many ideas of what it is to be strong, but what if strength lies in being honest, being vulnerable and being ourselves?

Finding Emotional Honesty in the Complicated Extremes of Cancer

May 5th 2017

By Martha Carlson

I'm hopeful and scared. Why it's OK to feel both at once when you're living with cancer.

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