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What does empowerment mean to you?

Empowerment can take on different meanings for people. For this discussion, we want to focus on the "power" aspect of the word. We want to know: What power (if any)...

Do you feel that your medical team listens to and understands you?

With doctors' appointments being such a critical component of your lives and treatment plans, it is vital to have a medical team that you feel hears and understands you. What...

For those who find it difficult to advocate for themselves, what would make it easier?

Advocacy can take on different meanings for people. For those living with MBC, there are usually 3 different types: self-advocacy, individual advocacy and systems advocacy. All kinds of advocacy are...

What have your experiences been like dealing with the medical community?

From doctors and nurses to hospital administrators, insurance companies, and even pharmacies... many of our community members have shared stories of frustration and the need to advocate for themselves with...

Queer experiences in Cancerland

Hi everyone! I wanted to start a thread talking about anyone’s experience on being queer in the clinic. It can be pretty tough as a non-binary cancer thriver, swimming through...

Have you sought out a second opinion?

If you have, what was your experience? What were the reasons behind this choice? Do you have any tips or advice for someone looking for one?...

Surviving spouse

Both my wives died of breast cancer. I married my first wife, Jimmie Lou, when she was 20 years old. She was diagnosed at 38 years and 6 months and...

Will you share your experience with advanced breast cancer? Take our In America Survey!

Thank you for your interest. This survey is now closed. Our 2023 In America Survey provides an opportunity for those living with or caring for someone living with, Advanced Breast...

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