The stories and images that bombard us in the news and on social media about the COVID pandemic range from scary, to horrific, to confusing. At the center of it all are the healthcare workers; those brave and amazing people … Continue reading →
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Breast Cancer During COVID: A Firefly Guide Perspective
Fireflies are incredibly beautiful at night. It’s easy to find yourself, with child-like anticipation and excitement, trying to “spot” where the blinking light of a firefly will appear next and then experiencing brief disappointment when their light goes dark. Our … Continue reading →
Read MoreBreast Cancer During COVID: Caregiver Perspective
“Sometimes I think this is worse for my mom than me. She sits in the parking lot in her car for long periods of time, waiting for me and worrying,” admits Kaitlyn*, who is spending that time in her oncology … Continue reading →
Read MoreBreast Cancer During COVID: The Recently Diagnosed Perspective
In March, just 2 months shy of finishing her Master’s Degree abroad, Kaitlyn* had a job offer in place upon completion of the semester and her return to the U.S. Excited? Yes, Kaitlyn was extremely so! Then the COVID-19 pandemic’s … Continue reading →
Read MoreMoney Talks: Fighting the Financial Toxicity of Cancer
Cancer treatment is expensive. There may be multiple types of treatment, including surgeries, radiation, and medications. There are novel, new treatments with high price tags. Individual treatments are now combined, dramatically increasing costs. As a matter of fact, The National … Continue reading →
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