For many people, the holidays mean spending time with extended family and friends whom they might not see through the rest of the year. These reunions can be not only a source of joy, but also a source of anxiety. … Continue reading →
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Holiday Survival: Advice from our Friends
Holiday Survival for Survivors, Part 1: Advice from our Friends Gathering with family and friends, indulging in food and drink, giving to others—the things that many love about the holidays take on a new cast when you’re dealing with a … Continue reading →
Read MorePeer Support for women with breast cancer
Firefly Sisterhood is featured on MPR, thank you to Lorna Benson for the report. When Debbie Blum was diagnosed with breast cancer in February, her loved ones showered her with hugs, prayers and home-cooked meals. That was just what she … Continue reading →
Read MoreThe Surgery Decision
The Surgery Decision Anna thought she’d left breast cancer behind after undergoing a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation in 2002. So it was a shock when, thirteen years later, the cancer reappeared. She felt certain about her decision to have a … Continue reading →
Read MoreSelf-Care Strategies from our Guides
Self-care is crucial for anyone coping with stress, and it’s especially important for breast cancer survivors and others dealing with serious illness. We know that many recently diagnosed women haven’t had the opportunity to develop self-care strategies that work for … Continue reading →
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