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Our blog covers a wide range of topics to help support, inspire, and inform members of our community, including those who have been personally impacted by cancer. Use the search filters below to find blog posts on topics that are important to you, from wellness tips, advocacy & policy news, and cancer research findings to stories and insights shared by patients, survivors, and caregivers.
3 Tips to Stay Active & Live Healthy With Cancer
From reducing anxiety and depression to combatting fatigue, exercise can rejuvenate people's physical, emotional, and mental wellness after a cancer diagnosis. Keep reading for tips to get moving and find a pace that's right for you.
Must-Have Caregiver Tips to Get Organized, Find Help & Recharge
Need some support as a cancer caregiver? Need to recharge but can't find the time for self-care? Get practical tips and expert guidance from two long-distance caregivers.
Giving Thanks Can Boost Our Health & Happiness
Studies show that practicing gratitude regularly can help us feel better — mind, body, and soul. But how, exactly? Keep reading to discover the benefits of giving thanks. Plus, learn 5 ways to cultivate gratitude during times of stress.
This Pageant Queen Is Shedding a Light on Cancer Caregiving
Caregivers can provide emotional and logistical support throughout a loved one’s cancer experience. Some caregivers do this while living hundreds of miles away from their loved one. During her reign as Miss District of Columbia USA 2023, Cassie Baloue has committed to bringing attention to this critical role and the importance of caregiver support. Here's her story.
3 Ways to Shatter the Stigma of Liver Cancer & Find Healing
Stigma surrounding liver cancer stems from misconceptions and stereotypes associated with the disease. These negative views can create feelings of shame, guilt, and isolation. In turn, this can make it harder to cope with a liver cancer diagnosis and harder to heal. Here's what you can do to combat stigma and find healing.
Kim's Squamous Cell Carcinoma Story: One Day at a Time
During his cancer journey, Kim was able to vent about his frustrations and give updates to family and friends through MyLifeLine, CSC's online support community.
A Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Words of Hope & Ways to Cope
Kay was diagnosed with an aggressive, advanced stage breast cancer at the height of COVID-19. "I thought my story was an ending, not realizing it was a beginning!" Read on for Kay's story.
Soothing Strokes: Painting Helps Cancer Patients Relax & Unwind
Vartus turned to Chinese brush painting for its relaxing effects. In the process, she found a supportive community and a way to share her gifts with others going through cancer.
Raising Ostomy Awareness in October and Year-round
Bladder cancer survivor Liz Hiles shares how an ostomy saved her life, clears up some myths about ostomies, and offers helpful resources for others who have an ostomy or may need one.
Prostate Cancer Awareness: Let’s Talk Risk Factors, Testing & Support
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer among men. Men may find it a difficult topic to discuss with their healthcare providers and even with family and friends, but it’s an important conversation to have. There’s no better time than now, during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, to share facts about the disease.