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What Does It Mean to Get Back Up When We Fall? - by Jennifer L. Dickenson
In this blog, Jennifer a brain cancer survivors shares her view on what it means to get back up when we fall.
Jennifer Dickenson
Apr 82 min read

5 Years a Survivor. Now What? - by Diane M. Simard
Diane shares her journey as a 5 year breast cancer survivor. She dives into how from her diagnosis, she viewed cancer as an opportunity
Diane M. Simard
Mar 34 min read


The Impact of Psychological Trauma on Survivors’ Ability to Heal - by Diane M. Simard
Diane M Simard, an advocate for mental health, explains the main symptoms of anxiety, depression and distress experienced by cancer patients
Diane M. Simard
Feb 163 min read

Cancer is Never Invited - by Diane M. Simard
Diane M. Simard Breast shares her journey from diagnosis to resilience, finding purpose, and turning pain into inspiration.
Diane M. Simard
Jan 122 min read

The Year Nothing and Everything Made Sense - by Diane M. Simard
In this blog, Diane reflects on 2024 and shares a sobering conversation she had with her Oncologist at her annual visit.
Diane M. Simard
Jan 113 min read


Remember to live while you're busy surviving - by Jennifer Balme
Jennifer was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018. Read her story and find what resources supported her after cancer treatment.
Jennifer Balme
Nov 20, 20243 min read


As goes my mental, so goes my physical - by Burt Rosen
Burt is a guy who happens to have cancer. But he doesn't let it define him. He tries to live every day and is constantly pushing himself.
Burt Rosen
Nov 18, 20243 min read


My journey with lung cancer - by John Eagleton
John was diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer in 2014. Hear about his story including joining a clinical trial and volunteering.
John Eagleton
Nov 1, 20242 min read


My Previvor Journey: A Story of Strength, Resilience, and Empowerment - by Marissa Bailey
Marissa discovered she had the BRCA 2 mutation after her mom was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and underwent prophylactic.
Marissa Bailey
Oct 7, 20246 min read


Member Testimonial - by Jerilyn Isaacson
Member Testimonial by Jerilyn Isaacson who shares how The After Cancer "turned out to be the greatest blessing for me!"
Jerilyn Isaacson
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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