De Novo: Talking With an Advanced Breast Cancer Patient About This DiagnosisEditor's note: Connecting and sharing with others can be helpful in navigating a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Danielle shares different quotes from an interview that provides perspective on a de... By Danielle Thurston4 days agoBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advanced Breast Cancer and Chemo BrainChemo brain is a term used to describe cognitive changes associated with cancer treatments. Many people being treated for advanced breast cancer (ABC) experience chemo brain. Chemo brain can affect... By Editorial Team5 days agoBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Musings on Grief Awareness Day, 2021As I type, here in 2021, I have lived with stage IV metastatic breast cancer (MBC) for four (4) years. That's four (4) years of appointments, fourteen (14) specialists, and... By Abigail Johnston6 days agoBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Beyond the Cancer Diagnosis SurveyReceiving a cancer diagnosis can change life as you know it. While some treatments and side effects have become common knowledge, it is difficult to understand the true impact of... By Editorial TeamSeptember 17, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Invisibility and Stigma of Chronic PainPain can be classified as an "invisible" symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be immediately seen. Because of this, it is possible... By Editorial TeamSeptember 17, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Advocacy?When receiving a metastatic breast cancer (MBC) diagnosis, the natural first action is research. Knowledge is power, and it is normal to want to learn as much as possible. Today... By Editorial TeamSeptember 16, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Name That AnxietyPoetry? Nah, not really my style. But one day, after cat-sitting for a full week for my daughter's cat, this thought about my anxiety started buzzing around my brain. My... By Claire GawinowiczSeptember 15, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Diagnosis Part 3Blindsided by the events of the last two days, my boyfriend and I made our way to the hospital. My cancer was back, and we dropped everything to go to... By Vicki ThompsonSeptember 10, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Empathy and Protecting Your HeartLet me first give the disclaimer that I'm not so good at empathy. It's not instinctive to me and I have to work at it. I can say that for... By Abigail JohnstonSeptember 9, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Myths and Facts About Living WillsA living will is known by several other names, including advanced directive, healthcare declaration, medical directive, and many more. There is often confusion about what these words mean and why... By Editorial TeamSeptember 8, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The 5 Stages: Coping With A New DiagnosisDiagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. For example, a diagnosis for the common cold may be a little annoying and require some changes for a... By Editorial TeamSeptember 3, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Shares: De Novo and Recurrence in Advanced Breast CancerAny type of breast cancer diagnosis can be challenging and scary. For those diagnosed with de novo or recurrent advanced breast cancer, it can be an especially trying time. Advanced... By Editorial TeamSeptember 2, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Top Five Favorite Beauty Brands Created by Breast Cancer SurvivorsAs an infusion nurse, the two most common things I see my patients do after they are diagnosed with breast cancer is taking a deep dive into their nutrition and... By Leah RobertSeptember 1, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
''Mom Is Sick Again'': How Parenthood Changes When You Live With Metastatic Breast Cancer"Mom is sick again", I heard my eight-year-old proclaim a few days ago, the day after I had chemo. The week before, I was so sick I was denied chemo... By Danielle ThurstonAugust 27, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Community Shares: Realistic Tips for Living with Metastatic Breast CancerThere is no doubt that life looks different after an metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Many people discover that they need to shift and make a new life for themselves. To... By Editorial TeamAugust 26, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advanced Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Part 2Before that day, I had a whole future ahead of me. Then in a few lines, it was taken from me. My boyfriend and I stood in the parking lot... By Vicki ThompsonAugust 25, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Life with Metastatic Breast CancerMetastatic breast cancer (MBC) occurs when cancer has spread beyond the breast tissue to other areas of the body. Help us learn more about living with and going through treatment... By Editorial TeamAugust 24, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mentoring, Part IVAmanda asks Abigail to think about mentor/mentee relationships she has held in the MBC world and answer the following questions. Be sure to check out the other articles in this... By Abigail JohnstonAugust 20, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Using Humor to Cope With Breast CancerWhile getting breast cancer is no joke, especially advanced breast cancer, many in the patient community find humor helps them navigate diagnosis and treatments. “If you don’t laugh, you’re going... By Rod RitchieAugust 20, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Parenting Through MBCEditor's note: In this article, the author shares her experience being a mother and talks about losing a child. I do not consider myself a professional of many things; however... By Kate CrawfordAugust 18, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
