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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.
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.
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.
What We Can Learn From Jimmy Buffett’s Battle With Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Jimmy Buffett passed away September 1 after a 4-year battle with Merkel cell carcinoma. While many people around the world mourn the loss of the beloved singer-songwriter, Buffett's diagnosis is helping to bring more awareness to MCC. Here's what to know about this rare and aggressive type of non-melanoma skin cancer, and risk factors to watch for.
Depression, Suicide Risk, and Cancer: Studies Suggest We Have to Talk About It
Debbie remembers her dad, who died by suicide after 3 years of cancer treatments, and she shares mental health resources people can turn to.
Erma’s Caregiver Story: The Extent of a Support System
Erma shares what she learned about caregiving through personal experience, including the importance of having a support network. “You start out in the beginning like, ‘Why me?" Erma reflected. "It’s not like life picked on you. Life just happened.” Keep reading to learn more about Erma's story.
Dan's Lymphoma Story: Humor With Tumor
Dan was an Olympic-level athlete and active in triathlons, road races, and half marathons. His doctor once said to him, “You’re the healthiest guy I know.” Here's what helped Dan cope after a lymphoma diagnosis.
CSC Publishes New Research Insights Report
Cancer Support Community’s Research & Training Institute is working to elevate the voices of patients, survivors, and caregivers through expansive studies on the psychosocial impact of cancer. Learn about our research approaches, recent initiatives, and what we've learned.