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I used to write for a wonderful site that supports people who are going through an illness or injury. I interviewed many people who were recovering from devastating challenges, and out of that, was often tasked with writing up lists of creative, budget-friendly ways to support those people while they were undergoing chemo, in the hospital, or house-bound.
Over and over, we heard readers who said they wanted to offer assistance to loved ones in need, but that they just didn't know how. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (13) | Blog
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I woke up in the hospital room. I was first aware of the darkness that filled the room so much I couldn't see a thing. I had realized I was alone, and in that moment I became instantly aware of the pain I felt in my chest. My first thought was, "OH MY G*D, WHAT DID I DO? I… Read More »
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The following has become a bit of a tradition. I wrote a letter to my online support group breast cancer sisters when I hit my one year cancer-versary. The next two years consisted of adding updates to the base letter. After battling my 3rd cancer, my "letter" is now a…
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It's dark now, at 5:30 in the afternoon, and I pull on my black, wool hat as I walk out the door to pick Lily up from ballet class. The edge of the hat touches my bare forehead, and I reach my hand up to scratch. My hair is tucked behind my ears, peeking out from...
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In October, there was plenty to read about breast cancer, many posts to build awareness, compassion and strategies for taking better care of your body and maintaining good health. And then, just as quickly as November is ushered in, the breast cancer buzz is gone and we're all about Thanksgiving indulgence.
If you are like me, though, the fear of breast cancer is never far from my thoughts about being healthy and living a long, long time. I've known enough women who've bravely fought back against breast cancer to know how fast and furious it can invade any and many of our lives. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (3) | Blog
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<p><img alt="" src="http://media.shape.com/images/melissa_etheridge.jpg" align="left" height="285" width="285">In her 2005 battle with breast cancer, Melissa Etheridge survived a lumpectomy plus five rounds of chemotherapy and radiation. The experience led her to make over her lifestyle: She committed herself to working every day to keep her body healthy and strong. Here, the two-time Grammy Award winner and mother of two reveals how positive thinking helped her endure uncomfortable treatments and what eating habits she's changed since becoming cancer-free. Brace yourself: this is one rocker sure to inspire. </p> Read More »
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Many women have received an
email warning that a "new form of breast cancer" starts as a rash
on a woman's breast, instead of showing up as a lump. According to
the email, a young woman developed a rash, similar to that of young
nursing mothers. The rash was treated with antibiotics,...
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Breast Cancer DIY is happy to announce a new addition to our Testimonial webpage: Farewell My Lovelies from Jessica Queller. She is the...
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...For Women Who Survive Breast Cancer Five Years After Treatment, Study Says Women who survive breast cancer for at least five years after treatment have an 89% chance that they will not have a recurrence of the cancer after 10 years and an 81% chance after 15 years, according to a study published... Read More »
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Breast Cancer Network of Strength has very good information on Clinical Trials here: http://www.networkofstrength.org/information/clinicaltrials/ctwhat.php Also, we offer Clinical Trials information here at BCDIY Resources & Links: http://www.breastcancerdiy.com/resourceslinks.htm#194220496 Read More »
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