Simone’s Story– New Year, New Challenges
On New Year’s Eve 2019, what should have been a day of exciting new beginnings, I was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. When I woke
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Coverage & Care During the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency
It amazes me every day that the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was passed merely 10 years ago, and that Marketplace plans, Marketplace
Kimberly’s Story – Advocate for Yourself & Listen to Your Body
In January of 2019, my routine mammogram came back normal. But just a few months later, I noticed tenderness moving from side to side -
Is Natural Breast Reconstruction Right For You?
When I was training, I very vividly remember being taught by an older plastic surgeon that the goal for breast reconstruction was for a woman
Coming to ARA During COVID-19: Safety Protocols for Patients
As a cancer patient or caregiver, you may have questions and concerns about how to best protect yourself from COVID-19 when you have to make
Coping with Changes in the Cancer Center During the Pandemic
Many things are different now that we are in a pandemic. When facing cancer during these times you may have questions about what changes your
How Do I Tell My Kids About My Cancer Diagnosis? Wonders & Worries Can Help!
Receiving a cancer diagnosis feels scary and overwhelming for most people. This shocking news elicits uncertainty, worry, and many questions: Why me? Will I be
Working on Food Access during a Pandemic
Molly Costigan Sustainable Food Center Molly Costigan is the Program Director for Sustainable Food Center’s The Happy Kitchen/La Cocina Alegre®. In that capacity, she manages
Reflections from BCRC’s Metastatic Retreat
BCRC was able to host two metastatic retreats last fall thanks to generous sponsors Dr. Debra Patt, Dr. Elizabeth Potter and Dr. Heather King. Many
The Healing Power of Mindfulness
Right now as your eyes are scanning over the words in this sentence you can actually perform the function of reading with astounding proficiency and
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