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September 23, 2022
10 things people say that annoy cancer patients
“We just want to be treated the same way you treated us before we were diagnosed with cancer.”
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Stepping out of my comfort zone
“As we finished the walk, I was grateful for my team and daughter. It wasn’t easy, but I think that it was something I needed to do as I work to define myself post-cancer.”
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September 02, 2022
Scars
“While my scar can represent challenges I faced, my scar also reminds me that it doesn’t define my whole cancer experience and feelings.”
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August 25, 2022
The twists and turns
“Life isn’t designed to be a straightforward path; it’s designed to have twists, bumps, and forks where we choose what happens, and every once in a while, you’re thrown for a complete loop and your path hits a complete road block.”
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April 09, 2020
A young adult cancer user’s guide for isolation
“With COVID-19, it’s like everyone was diagnosed with cancer. Your life is in immediate lockdown, instant isolation, and social distancing. I reached out to my peers and asked them to help you.”
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April 03, 2020
YACCtivists recommend: Podcasts
Have you already blown through your favourite podcasts? Check out these YACCtivist recommendations as you stroll/clean/lounge this weekend.
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March 28, 2020
10 ways to stay connected while social distancing
Cancer treatments can leave us with a compromised immune system. Here are a few ways we can engage with each other without putting ourselves or our loved ones at risk.
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February 12, 2020
YACCer recognized for creating an environment of hope
Congratulations to Blair Richardson for receiving the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Tricia Antonini Award!
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January 09, 2020
Vulnerability is sexy
By Alex Mandarino It’s rare that we as individuals hold the power to change the trajectory of somebody’s day just by sharing a piece of advice or kind words. Quite […]
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January 02, 2020
One true therapist for me! Looking for mental health services after cancer
YACCtivist Gabrielle ignored her “uncomfortable” cancer-related emotions until they came back years later — and with more power. Read her tips for finding the best mental health support for you.
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December 26, 2019
Fear of not living
By Ashley Stead-Morine Fellow YACCtivist Shana Coulliard recently blogged about her experience at the “Writing Through Cancer” workshops during our training weekend. The workshop unexpectedly allowed me to dig deep […]
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December 19, 2019
Overcoming my cancer-related depression
YACCtivist Andrea remembers what life was like before depression set in after her cancer diagnosis. Learn how she confronted it.
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