Dr. Michelle Fingeret has spent the last 18 years providing body image counseling to adult cancer survivors. As a...
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3 Different Ways to Rekindle the Spark
Sex isn’t exactly a topic we’re used to openly discussing with others — even with those closest to us. Neither is the...
How to Share Your Cancer Diagnosis at Work
Sharing your cancer diagnosis with others is an incredibly personal decision. Without a roadmap to follow, you might...
What to Say (and Not to Say) to Someone with Cancer
Iris peer mentor Bethany was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive cancer at 30 years old. When she started losing...
“How Can I Help?” 5 Ways to Turn Offers of Assistance into Real Support
“What can I do?” “Let me know how I can help!” “If you need anything, just ask.” Once you share your cancer diagnosis...
Know Your Resources: Work & Disability
Concerns around work can be a primary stressor for those who are working when they are diagnosed with cancer....
Taking Care of Your Financial Health
One important aspect of your cancer treatment plan is your financial well-being. This component of cancer care can...
Survivorship: Moving Forward Following Cancer Treatment
Cancer can impact your life in many ways. While a new diagnosis can shock you, over time you may feel a sense of...