My “Small” Cancer Turned Out to Be Stage 4 Breast Cancer
After my shocking diagnosis, I turned to advocacy work to help shine a light on the lack of research regarding women of color and stage 4 breast cancer
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My Sister, My Mom and I Were All Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Within 18 Months of Each Other
It turned out a secret was lurking in my genes: Most of my family has a BRCA2 gene mutation
A mi hermana, a mi mamá y a mí nos diagnosticaron cáncer de mama en un plazo de 18 meses
Al parecer, un secreto se ocultaba en mis genes: La mayoría de mis familiares tienen una mutación genética BRCA2
Culture Shock, Then a Cancer Shock, Inspired Me to Create the Community I Needed
As a young mom and recent immigrant to the United States, I thought my life was moving and changing quickly — but cancer was moving even faster
El impacto cultural y luego el del cáncer me inspiraron para crear la comunidad que necesitaba
Puesto que era una mamá joven y que había inmigrado recientemente a Estados Unidos, pensaba que mi vida se movía y cambiaba rápidamente; sin embargo,el cáncer estaba avanzando aún más velozmente
I Thought My Swollen Lymph Nodes Were Side Effects From the Covid-19 Vaccine
But they were signaling something far more dangerous
15 Minutes With: Jaclyn Smith Talks About the 20th Anniversary of Her Breast Cancer Diagnosis
The Charlie’s Angels star credits her friends with getting her through her treatment
My Life Really Began When I Got My Breast Cancer Diagnosis
I’m living with stage 4 cancer, and I’m determined to live my life to the fullest
The Truth About Being a Cancer Warrior
How battle language can make someone with breast cancer feel like a lone soldier
Why Do Women of Color Have Worse Breast Cancer Outcomes?
Breast cancer treatment and survival are worse for women of color. Healthcare disparities are to blame.
You Have Advanced Breast Cancer. What’s Next?
Advice about important next steps and what to expect after an advanced breast cancer diagnosis
How To Choose a Bra After Breast Surgery
There are lots of options for bras after breast surgery. Here’s what you need to know.
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
Chemo Day Is Always Better With Costumes, Wigs and Props
Some people knit. Others sleep. I’m putting on my own personal Broadway show from my chair at chemo.
I Was Searching for a Miracle Cure for My Breast Cancer. I Found Hope Instead.
A diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer sent me down the road of magical thinking, but the only miracle I found was hope
The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health
Strong bones play a crucial role in the fight against breast cancer
A Preventive Double Mastectomy Helped Me Fight Breast Cancer Before It Could Attack
Breast cancer runs in my family. I’m fighting back with education and aggressive risk management.
Building a Dream Team to Fight Metastatic Breast Cancer
A strong support system is crucial for newly diagnosed patients
A Mammogram Saved My Life
I'm living proof that early detection is key in the fight against breast cancer
After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Strap In for a Roller-Coaster Ride of Emotions
Experts share how to cope with these intense and scary — but totally normal — feelings
Breast Cancer, Mama Mode and Me
My journey with breast cancer helped me learn how to let go of control and accept help from others
Metastatic Breast Cancer Treatment Was Destroying My Spirit — Until I Tapped Into My Colombian Roots and Alternative Medicine
When my breast cancer spread to my bones, I realized it was time for a more holistic approach. Now I'm living my best life ever.
Finding Hope in the Face of Incurable Breast Cancer
New treatments have turned a deadly condition into one you can live with
Chronic Pain Drove Me to Despair, but Cancer Taught Me to Heal
After 38 years living with pain, I've become passionate about the pain-cancer connection.
Options for Breast Reconstruction
After you undergo a mastectomy, making decisions about a reconstruction is often the next step