Breast Cancer
Articles and resources on breast cancer for patients, caregivers, and family members
Breast cancer survivor and national expert Lillie D. Shockney invites patients with metastatic breast cancer and their caregivers to join one of the breast cancer retreats offered by Johns Hopkins University. Read More ›
It’s important to understand the nuances of this test, along with your family history, so you can make an informed decision on when to begin testing and how frequently. Read More ›
Breast cancer survivor Ginger Modiri cautions those in remission to avoid becoming complacent and to keep up with their follow-up screenings. Read More ›
Dr. Citrin explains the role of 5 experts who are essential for meeting the physical, emotional, and therapy needs of patients with breast cancer. Read More ›
Breast cancer survivor and nationally recognized patient advocate Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, ONN-CG, provides strategies about setting goals and making plans for the future. Read More ›
“Cancer never truly goes away. There are follow-ups, scans, and this and that. Once you have cancer, you essentially have cancer the rest of your life, even though you may be in remission,” says Tziporah Newman, breast cancer survivor. Read More ›
“This is a long journey. I felt like the mythical Jason and his Greek Argonauts on their quest for the Golden Fleece, having to fight the dragon,” says 2-time breast cancer survivor Dr. Hamilton. Read More ›
By creating Debbie’s Friends Fund, Cherise Poserina found a way to remember her mother and support women fighting breast cancer. Read More ›
For patients with metastatic breast cancer, “Involving palliative care as an active member of your oncology team early on is one of the smartest things you can do,” says national expert and breast cancer survivor Lillie Shockney. Read More ›
For those dealing with metastatic breast cancer, national expert and breast cancer survivor Lillie Shockney stresses the importance of celebrating milestone events and joyful moments during treatment. Read More ›