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The journey through cancer, from diagnosis through treatment, often becomes part of a survivor’s identity. For many, getting a tattoo after battling cancer serves as a powerful form of self-expression and healing. It’s like turning a page to a new chapter, marking milestones, or celebrating the strength it took to endure the grueling process that […]

May is known as Brain Tumor Awareness Month. The month of May is dedicated to raising awareness and educating people about the many types of brain cancers and sharing stories from people in the brain tumor community. Sharing real stories helps those recently diagnosed have a better idea of what they might be expect in

A cancer diagnosis changes your life forever. You’re thrown into the deep end of a pool and struggle to swim as even more water continues to be dumped on your head. It can feel like there’s not a moment to stop and breathe.  One of my goals here at My Cancer Resources is to break

May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and in recognition of that, I’m here today to share some facts about bladder cancer, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Understanding the Bladder The bladder is a balloon-shaped, hollow organ in the bottom part of the abdomen. Its muscle walls allow it to get bigger or smaller. 

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer is often lumped in as Oral, Head, and Neck cancers, but for this post, I’m just going to focus on oral cancer.  You may have also heard of Mouth Cancer Action Month, which is held in November in the United Kingdom. It, too, focuses on raising awareness

Testicular cancer awareness month is recognized in April. So this post is to help raise awareness of testicular cancer. This isn’t talked about as much as other cancers. It seems like talking about it is taboo. But it’s important to educate those at risk and remove the stigma.  It can affect anyone who has testicles,

March is known as National Kidney Cancer Awareness Month. The purpose of this is to spread the word about symptoms and risk factors of kidney cancer, encourage people to get examined if they’re showing warning signs, and celebrate advances in kidney cancer treatment.  Kidney Cancer Awareness Month is represented by an orange ribbon.  Understanding the

March is Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month. This rare type of blood cancer, also called Kahler’s disease, starts in the plasma cells of the bone marrow.  This is a great time to learn more about multiple myeloma, who tends to develop this cancer, how it’s diagnosed and treated.  Since it’s rare, it’s important to raise awareness

One resource that I’ve recommended countless times to cancer patients and now clients is the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS).  America’s oldest cancer survivor-led organization, NCCS takes a unique and powerful stance in championing quality cancer care for all across the United States. This article describes the organization, and how their resources can help you.