Cancer Support Community's Blog
Read real stories from people in CSC's community who understand what you are facing and want you to know you're not alone.
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.
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HIV and Cancer: One Man Shares His Experience Navigating Both Diagnoses
Tony, a longtime community advocate and activist, shares insights on the importance of self-advocacy as a patient and...
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How Writing About Your Cancer Experience Can Help You Cope & Heal
Learn how writing poems helped one cancer survivor find self-healing after his diagnosis and get tips to start writing...
Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know
Are you a Medicare beneficiary? Learn what changes you can make during the open enrollment period, which runs Oct.15-Dec. 7.
This Neurosurgical Oncologist Is Breaking Down Barriers to Care
Learn what inspired Dr. Analiz Rodriguez's career path, and why she wants to ensure equitable access to care for all.
10 Common Questions About Cancer Clinical Trials
Discover answers to top questions about clinical trials, including ones you may have as you consider treatment options.
2 Tips From 2-Time Lymphoma Survivor
Nicole reflects on the loneliness of cancer and offers uplifting words for others going through it.
¿Tienes un minuto? When Cancer Visits a Latino Household
Finding circles that understand, culturally and linguistically, makes all the difference when facing cancer.
Carmelita’s Story: The Blood Test That Saved Her Life
Carmelita had no symptoms of cancer before taking a blood test showing abnormal results. It led to a critical diagnosis.
Dental Checkups' Role in Cancer Prevention & Early Detection
Learn how dental exams can help with oral cancer detection and support wellness after a diagnosis.
Tend To Your Emotions During Cancer Treatment
Treatment can bring big emotions. There's no right or wrong way to feel. Here's how to make space for your emotions.
Jan's Story: "Early Detection Is So Important"
Jan reflects on navigating an early breast cancer diagnosis and why routine screening matters.
How to Use Storytelling to Inspire Action & Drive Change
Discover how stories connect and inspire us, and learn tips to share your own story.