On December 5th, I met with Rep. Kristine Reeves again for a conversation on the current state of cancer support care in Washington. She shared about how cancer has affected her family, and how crucial emotional support was during these hard times. Rep. Reeves also invited all our viewers and readers to share their personal […]
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Beating cancer isn’t a straightforward victory; it’s an ever-evolving process with the looming threat of a comeback. Understanding Treatment Life (TL) and Post-Treatment Life (PTL) is crucial because surviving cancer is not just about reaching remission—it’s about coping with the profound and lasting effects of the disease and its treatments. Recognizing these challenges helps us
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In 2024, roughly 2.0 million people will have been diagnosed with cancer in the United States. Zooming out to a 19-year span (between 2001-19), an alarming 12,951,044 were diagnosed with cancer. Our mission is to build a familiar and trustable national system for the emotional support of cancer patients. There are a variety of organizations
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On November 26th, I met with Amy Zhou, the Senior Legislative Assistant to Congresswoman Kim Schrier! Congresswoman Schrier is the U.S. representative from Washington’s 8th congressional district and a pediatrician. Many of her policies are focused on making healthcare more equitable and accessible to all. In this meeting, we talked about CanSER’s National Outreach Campaign
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Thank you so much to Rep. Kristine Reeves for speaking with me about CanSER’s national outreach campaign. We discussed the state of current cancer support care, and how individuals can make a difference by simply talking with their representatives and pushing for change. Rep. Reeves represents the 30th legislative district of Washington. Some of her
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On September 17, I was invited to speak to the Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Patient Advisory Board about my national outreach campaign! It was an amazing experience, and I got to hear the stories of so many incredibly strong patient families. I was also able to share about CanSER, our national outreach campaign, and my motivations
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Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the future. Amidst the flurry of emotions and medical appointments, it’s crucial for you to arm yourself with knowledge to make informed decisions about their treatment and care. Here we will explore 5 steps to be informed about
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When dealing with the weight of a cancer diagnosis, especially that of your child, it can be incredibly overwhelming and daunting. Getting involved in local and national organizations can help provide a sense of community and belonging, and lift some of that stress of your shoulders. Furthermore, after your main journey with cancer is over,
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When you or a family member is diagnosed with cancer, your family will face the most unimaginable challenge you’ve had to overcome. Many families might even have to go through this journey entirely alone, and they won’t even know what kind of support they are missing out on. The strength of a community is vital
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In the US in 2023, every minute, there were an estimated 4 new cases and 1 death. Cancer affects an estimated 1.9 million people yearly in the United States alone. Physical Toll of Diagnosis, Treatment, and Post-Treatment Life The scale of these numbers is nothing short of drastic, underscoring the profound impact of cancer on
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