Focus on You: Black Women and Breast Cancer
A recent American Cancer Society (ACS) report, “Breast Cancer Facts & Figures, 2024-2025,” found that Black women have a 5% lower breast cancer incidence than white women, but a 38% higher mortality rate.
Younger Women
A Guide to Understanding Breast Cancer Recurrence Rates
Breast cancer recurrence rates vary by age, type, treatment, and genetics. Experts advise that those in remission monitor their health and watch for changes in breast tissue or nipples that may indicate recurrence.
What is Yoga Therapy?
Yoga therapy is tailored to the needs of individuals who are managing health conditions, including cancer…
Breast Cancer and Dating
Just the thought of dating when you’re going through breast cancer or after can be scary….although breast cancer will most likely always be a part of you, it should not define you.
Ask the Advocate: How Do You Get Through Hard Days While Living with Breast Cancer
Coping with a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment can be challenging. Reaching out to others for support and developing strategies to manage difficult days with breast cancer is important.
Breast Cancer and The Couple Relationship
Breast cancer, as with many life crises, often draws couples closer together. However, the illness is not without its challenges.
Axillary Web Syndrome (Cording)
Axillary web syndrome (AWS), also known as cording, sometimes develops as a side effect of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) or axillary lymph node dissection (ALND).
Body Image and Sexual Health After Breast Cancer
Blog article for breast cancer survivors about body image and sexual health.
Breast Cancer and Mental Health
Blog article for survivors with suggestions for coping with a breast cancer diagnosis.
6 Women Share How Friendship Is Helping Them Get Through Breast Cancer
Blog article about importance of having a strong support system and friend group during breast cancer journey.