Survivorship
Hiking Past Lymphedema
With each hike I complete, I feel empowered and reminded that breast cancer — and lingering lymphedema — cannot keep me down.
Open Mic Showcase Debut Puts Cancer Survivors, Patients in the Spotlight
From music to poetry and dynamic storytelling, the first installment of CURE®’s Open Mic Showcase highlights the talents of patients and survivors of cancer.
My Difficult Decision to Stop Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer
I hated the way that hormone drugs made me feel, so I spoke with my loved ones and oncology team and made the difficult decision to stop.
Maybe Not Fearless, But Less Fearful After Cancer
After being no evidence of disease for about a year and a half, I am now fearing that I’m not fearing enough.
Quick as a Wink: The Long (or Short) Road to Recovery After Cancer
After going through grueling cancer treatments, I thought I’d never be back to my old self again. But thankfully, that wasn’t the case.
Mother’s Day With Cancer: Not Just Another Day
After going through cancer, Mother’s Day feels a bit different.
Reflection on Life 10 Years After Stem Cell Transplant
A decade ago, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and underwent aggressive chemotherapy and an allogenic stem cell transplant. Though I still have complications related to my cancer, I’m thankful for what I still have.
Life After Cancer Is Slower, But That’s Not All Bad
Slowing down due to cancer and COVID-19 made me realize the parts of life I’ve been missing, though my new pace isn’t all bad.
It’s OK to Stay in Touch With Cancer
Even though I’ve had no evidence of cancer for the last five years, I still stay up to date about the latest developments for the disease.
Meditation Helped Me Handle Fear of Cancer Recurrence
At first I was skeptical about how meditation and breathing techniques could help me with fear of cancer recurrence. But once I started practicing, I noticed a difference in my anxiety.