Saying "No" Is Saying "Yes"Learning to set boundaries has been a huge undertaking. Along the way, someone said to me it is okay to say no. Saying no means you are saying yes to... By Amy Ellen Parliman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
AdvancedBreastCancer.net is TWO!Happy birthday, AdvancedBreastCancer.net! The end of January marks the 2-year anniversary of our community. To celebrate this anniversary, we want to focus on another year full of meaningful connections, conversations... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Stage IV Reflection: A Letter to Myself as an Early-StagerDear Stage II Danielle, I know you have breast cancer and you're freaking out, but don't be! You will be okay. The next few months will be hard, but take... By Danielle Thurston3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Advocating for Male Breast Cancer PatientsBeing a patient advocate is satisfying, and advocating for men unfortunate enough to be diagnosed with breast cancer provides a real service for a cohort who often don’t even realize... By Rod Ritchie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Thriver's LifeA thriver’s life begins in the most surreal way, it is changed by four small words “you have metastatic cancer”. This means lesions have been seen somewhere else in the... By Amy Ellen Parliman5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Next Line: Preparing For Your New Cancer TreatmentEven the most seasoned cancer patient may feel anxious when it is time for "the next line" of their cancer treatment. When one starts their next line, it typically means... By Danielle Thurston5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Community Shares: When Metastatic Breast Cancer Came as a SurpriseMost people do not expect to find out they are facing an advanced breast cancer diagnosis. For nearly everyone in the community, the diagnosis – for one reason or another... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Biosimilars, an InterviewBiosimilars? A few months ago, I saw some posts on Facebook from my friend, Beth Block Guendjoian, a long time metastatic breast cancer-haver (20+ years!), about her experience on a biosimilar... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medical PTSDFor many people, cancer is the worst fear of all. Often, just the word cancer leads people to imagine hair loss, chemotherapy, nausea, and other physical symptoms. However, the physical... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reviewing - Rebuilding and RefocusingIn the last two months, I have had to review how I looked at relationships with my siblings and rebuild my faith after my eldest sister’s passing. The heart-wrenching, life-changing... By Maxine Devereaux3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Language We Use To Describe ABCLanguage is powerful. The way we talk about certain issues and the words we use can carry so much weight and meaning, and can make us feel strongly. Discussing a... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living With MBC Without a Caregiver (Part 2)This is part 2 of a 2-part series on living with MBC without a caregiver. The previous installment addressed ways this reality creates additional layers of hard, on top of the... By Amanda Raffenaud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Male Breast Reconstruction: Fixed or Flat?Why a man might worry about breast reconstruction after a mastectomy is a fair question. For women, on the other hand, breasts are more often an essential part of their... By Rod Ritchie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
DebtDisclaimer--I'm a lawyer in Florida only and nothing in this post or any other post constitutes legal advice; if you have legal questions, please reach out to a local lawyer or contact... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Many Symptoms and Side Effects of Advanced Breast CancerEach person’s journey with advanced breast cancer is unique. Diagnosis, treatment, progression, and more can all be incredibly varied. One area of advanced breast cancer that can be especially diverse... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How To Stay Active Indoors During The WinterLet's face it. It's hard enough to stay active under the most perfect conditions. But you add cancer treatment, surgery, cold winter temperatures, and a pandemic..and let's just say it's... By Melissa Berry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Having a Village: The Importance of Friends when Living with Metastatic Breast CancerPaulo Coelho once said, "Friendship isn't a big thing - it's a million little things''. I have found this to be glaringly true as I navigate life with metastatic breast... By Danielle Thurston5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Shares: Tips for Mentally Surviving the Holidays with Advanced Breast Cancer Part 2We all need a plan for the holidays. A healthy plan can be key to surviving the physical to-do lists of baking, decorating, and gift buying, along with safeguarding our... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Shares: Tips for Surviving the Holidays with Advanced Breast Cancer Part 1As beautiful and fun as the holidays can be, they can also come with a whole lot of work and stress. This year, we hope you remember that you have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Holiday Gift Ideas For Those Living With Advanced Breast CancerAs a breast cancer thriver, advocate, and product expert (influencer), the most commonly asked question that I receive on a daily basis is, "What should I get them?" The holiday... By Melissa Berry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments