How Narrative Medicine Can Help You
In November the Breast Cancer Resource Center held a virtual event featuring Michael Vitez, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, on narrative medicine. The event was generously
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Shruti’s Story- Tend To Your Health Because You Are Important
My name is Shruti. I’m an Indian American woman living in Austin, and at 38 I was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. I was
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
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
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
BCRC Executive Director – Look What We’ve Accomplished!
As we near the end of the decade and our 24th year, we first reflect on all that we've accomplished and those who made it
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