Category: Life After Cancer Treatment

A cancer diagnosis can be one of the most challenging and life-altering experiences a person can face. The physical and emotional toll of battling cancer can be overwhelming, leaving survivors and their loved ones seeking support, understanding, and hope. During this difficult journey, finding solace in connecting with a cancer survivor community can be a…

Introduction A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that can shake the foundation of one’s existence. The emotional and physical challenges of battling cancer are immense, and the road to recovery can be arduous. However, for those who have successfully triumphed over cancer, life after treatment opens a new chapter of rediscovery, renewed passions, and…

The following is a piece that I wrote reflecting on the challenges that the disruption of an illness (or injury, in my case) can bring to our lives. My life in medical school was starting to feel like a carousel until I fractured my knee skiing and could not participate in many of my usual…

‍ Photo bylaurixnh onPixabay ‍ People often ask cancer survivors if they have cancer, and that can be a tricky question to answer. If you’ve just been diagnosed with cancer and are in the early stages of treatment, it’s tempting to say yes and let others know for fear of what might come. However, there…

Many people think of cancer as an enemy to be conquered, a painful but manageable disease. After all, it doesn’t usually come as a total shock when someone you know is diagnosed. You might even have had a vague feeling that something was wrong with that person without knowing exactly what. For most, the emotions…