Joanna Chanis...Joanna was previously a health leader on AdvancedBreastCancer.net. Joanna Chanis is a Mindset Mentor and Resilience Expert. She is the author of...
Then & Now...Editor's note: Susan shares about her metastatic breast cancer experience. I was afraid; I am now at peace I was pessimistic; I...reactionscomments
Community Views: What Metastatic Breast Cancer Feels Like...You feel many things – physically, mentally, and emotionally – with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). From the shock of diagnosis to the...reactionscomments
Community Member Spotlight: Mandy Reed...October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition, AdvancedBreastCancer.net is highlighting the stories and experiences of community members living with advanced or...reactionscomments
I Never Thought About Breast Cancer...It was back in 2013. I noticed my left breast was very swollen. I immediately went to my doctor. I was insistent...reactions1comment
Community Views: Where Did Your Breast Cancer Metastasize to First?...Finding breast cancer cells in other areas of the body means the cancer has metastasized. Bones, liver, lungs, lymph nodes, and the...reactions2comments
A Case for Separate Bedrooms and Better Sleep...Editor's note: This article was originally published on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net and written by Lisa Bond. There is a belief that your marriage is...reactionscomments
An Advanced Breast Cancer Prognosis...For many newly diagnosed advanced breast cancer patients, the first thing they want to know once they are over the shock of...reactionscomments
Community Views: Gratitude and Joy...Living with advanced breast cancer (ABC) means many days feel discouraging. Fatigue, pain, and worry take a toll. Pausing to appreciate the...reactions3comments
5 Things I Have Learned About Myself...I've learned a lot about myself during the eight years I've been living with metastatic breast cancer. Too many to count but...reactions1comment
De Novo: Talking With an Advanced Breast Cancer Patient About This Diagnosis...Editor's note: Connecting and sharing with others can be helpful in navigating a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Danielle shares different quotes from...reactionscomments
How do you maintain hope? ...Maintaining hope is difficult, especially after receiving a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Some of our community members shared how they maintain hope...reactions33repliesCommunityTips & AdviceAwareness
Advanced Breast Cancer and Chemo Brain...Chemo brain is a term used to describe cognitive changes associated with cancer treatments. Many people being treated for advanced breast cancer...reactions2comments
Take the Beyond the Cancer Diagnosis Survey...The Beyond the Cancer Diagnosis Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Receiving a cancer diagnosis can change life as...reactionscomments
The Invisibility and Stigma of Chronic Pain...Pain can be classified as an "invisible" symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Name That Anxiety...Poetry? Nah, not really my style. But one day, after cat-sitting for a full week for my daughter's cat, this thought about...reactionscomments
Diagnosis Part 3...Blindsided by the events of the last two days, my boyfriend and I made our way to the hospital. My cancer was...reactionscomments
Empathy and Protecting Your Heart...Let me first give the disclaimer that I'm not so good at empathy. It's not instinctive to me and I have to...reactions2comments
Myths and Facts About Living Wills...A living will is known by several other names, including advanced directive, healthcare declaration, medical directive, and many more. There is often...reactionscomments
