Meet Kim: Ovarian Cancer Warrior
In honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, we want to highlight Warrior and Friend in the Fight Kim Conklin’s story: “In July of 2013, I was diagnosed with stage 3C High-Grade Ovarian Cancer, through major surgery at MGH. I was experiencing every symptom of menopause, and at age 52, that was my explanation. It was […]
The Anniversary Effect on Cancer Survivors
Somehow, our bodies know. The weather changes, or we pass a familiar date, and the symptoms come rushing back… We might not consciously realize that we’re nearing an anniversary, but our body and subconscious mind remember. We may feel an increase in anxiety, depression, or physical symptoms. This “anniversary effect” is well documented in PTSD cases, but it’s […]
World Cancer Day: 5 Tips to Support Someone You Love With Cancer
February 4th is World Cancer Day, an opportunity to stop and think about all the people in our lives who have been affected by this widespread disease. It’s not always easy, however, to know how to support someone you love through such a complicated experience as cancer. We’ve drawn from our own experiences, advice from Friends […]
Mother’s Day Reflections — a different perspective
As we gear up for Mother’s Day festivities and gifts, I notice a familiar mix of emotions: love, gratitude, excitement… but also grief, fear, and pain. So, I will share with you the reminder I have shared with myself every Mother’s Day for years: Celebrate Mother’s Day, find joy and shower love on the mothers […]
Olivia Newton-John: Reflecting on her Cancer Journey
It can be challenging to find strength and hope when facing a life-altering diagnosis. Last month, Olivia Newton-John sat down with the team at SurvivorNet to talk about her experience with stage 4 breast cancer, and about the ways she has found gratitude and hope through her journey of turning sickness into strength. “I’ve adjusted […]
Returning Home After a Mastectomy: Five Tips & Tricks
About 1 in 8 women will be impacted by breast cancer in her lifetime and mastectomy surgeries are on the rise as part of standard treatment for those impacted by this disease. Women are strong fighters, but returning home after a breast cancer diagnosis and major surgery can be nerve wracking and challenging for even […]
Victoria: Our Friend in the Fight™
Last week, Robyn Cooke, one of our Friends in the Fight™, shared this beautiful tribute with us about her friend Victoria, a Cystic Fibrosis Warrior. Check out the beautiful piece, Robyn wrote for Victoria, below!
Cancer Gift Guide: 8 Gifts for Cancer Patients & Chemo Recovery
Being diagnosed with and undergoing treatment for cancer is one of the most challenging obstacles life can throw at you. Searching for the best gifts for our loved ones who are receiving cancer treatment can feel extremely daunting, despite our best intentions. We know that we want to support our loved one in any way […]
Plot Twist: Navigating Cancer Treatment with a PICC Line
On November 30, 2018, Sydney Liles was diagnosed with Mediastinal Large B-cell Lymphoma. Now, she tells her story of experiencing cancer with a PICC line. “You know how life is going along and everything is good, really good.” Sydney writes in her blog, “You have a great job, live on your boat, you’re empty nesters, […]
9 Thoughtful Gifts for Cancer Patients
Thinking of what to give your loved ones this Holiday season is a hard task on its own, much more so if they are suffering from cancer. While flowers, balloons, and get-well cards are good, there are other, more creative gifts for cancer patients. Keep reading for some inspiration!
Love and Patience: Mother and Daughter Fight Against Lukemia
A mother can do a lot for her daughter. Love her, support her, teach her everything from how to tie her shoes, to doing her hair, to respecting herself and others. It is hard work to raise a daughter, and when life throws you obstacles, it can become even more challenging… Jackie has a beautiful […]