In America: What’s That?The "In America survey" is now closed. An advanced breast cancer diagnosis is a shock, but what can make it more difficult is the lack of information and research available...reactionscomments
Take Your Best Guess: ABC In America StatisticsEach person’s experience with advanced breast cancer (ABC) can be unique. In order to find out more about life with ABC, we conducted our 2nd Annual ABC In America survey...reactions1comment
Genetic TestingSome people may choose to have genetic testing to understand their risk of developing breast cancer especially when there is a history of breast cancer in the family. Two of...reactionscomments
What is a Living Will?The word “will” can seem loaded when mentioned in casual conversation, and it might seem morbid to talk about or even unnecessary for the average person to think about. However...reactionscomments
Aid In DyingWhen an individual has a disease that is incurable and may cause a significant amount of pain and suffering, they may choose to seek assistance in dying. The language and...reactionscomments
Chemotherapy and SexGoing through chemotherapy (chemo) is exhausting, emotionally and physically – there’s no way around it. When you get started, you’ll likely have many questions surrounding your chemo, like: One question...reactionscomments
Top “Power Foods” to Combat or Help With Side EffectsSometimes cancer treatment can result in poor appetite, difficulty eating or challenges with digesting food. Note, there are no “magic foods”. The strategy is to eat and determine how can...reactionscomments
Myths & Misconceptions: Diet, Nutrition & Advanced Breast CancerThere are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding diet, nutrition, and breast cancer. Julie shares her thoughts on some of the most common ones. Fact: All cells in the...reactions2comments
5 Ways to Support Circadian Rhythms When You Have Advanced Breast CancerRecently, a research team at Penn Medicine published a report identifying the underlying reasons why chronic disruptions of circadian rhythms can lead to increased risks for tumor growth in people...reactionscomments
Tumor Markers and Advanced Breast CancerTumor markers are substances that are produced by cancer cells or by other cells in the body when they are in the presence of cancer cells. Tumor markers are usually...reactionscomments
Letting Go of Toxic RelationshipsDeciding when it’s time to end a toxic relationship is a lot harder than it looks. I’ve had more than my fair share of toxic relationships. And while in my...reactionscomments
Breast Cancer & Bone HealthBone loss can be a consequence of breast cancer and its treatment. Many of the healthy lifestyle recommendations for women with breast cancer are also good for the bones. Medications...reactionscomments
Understanding BRCA1/2 Gene MutationsEveryone — male and female — has BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes (often written as BRCA1/2). BRCA1/2 are a type of gene called tumor suppressor genes, which means that they play...reactionscomments
What Are the Differences Between Early & Advanced Breast Cancer?The key difference in identifying early versus late-stage breast cancer involves the location of the tumor. In addition to the diagnosis, there are many other contrasts between early and late-stage...reactions3comments
Is There a Role for Primary Surgery in Stage IV Breast Cancer?Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women after skin cancers. There is about a 1 in 8 chance that a woman will develop breast cancer during her...reactions2comments
Managing Breast Cancer Bone PainBreast cancer can spread beyond the breast and lymph nodes to other areas in the body. This is called metastasis or secondary breast cancer. The breast cancer cells spread through...reactions1comment
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you...reactionscomments
The Importance of Knowing Your Sub-TypeThere is important information about every individual person’s cancer that doctors need to know to recommend the most effective treatment. The type refers to the specific kind of breast tissue...reactionscomments
4 Simple Steps to Making the Most of Your AppointmentsHearing that you have cancer for the first time can be incredibly overwhelming. In fact, many patients feel that they are in shock after hearing the news, and have difficulty...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may provide another treatment...reactionscomments
