5 Things You Should Know Before Going To The Grocery StoreOne topic that came up once I was diagnosed with Stage IV bladder cancer was the topic of nutrition. I started to...reactionscomments
Bladder Cancer and Fatigue: My ExperienceBefore I was even diagnosed with bladder cancer, I was suffering from fatigue. I used to “beat” myself up about it. I...reactionscomments
Fighting Cancer TogetherAlmost exactly a year before my diagnosis, my mom called me on Sunday afternoon and delivered the worst news imaginable. “They found...reactions1comment
The Opportunity to Change Your Perspective on Bladder CancerBefore you read this, I would like to ask you to take a moment. Think about that moment when you realized you...reactions1comment
Let’s Make Sure Bladder Cancer Is No Longer Referred to As “Uncommon”When my first husband, Ahmad, was diagnosed with bladder cancer (early stage in 2011 and then metastatic in 2013), time and again...reactionscomments
The Power of Sharing Your StoryHistorically, when a person was battling cancer, it was very hush-hush. It wasn't even discussed within the confines of the person's household...reactions2comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactions1comment
Home After Radical Cystectomy: How to PrepareSo you've had your radical cystectomy and are on your way back home. What can you do to prepare for this momentous...reactionscomments
The Invisibility and Stigma of Chronic PainPain can be classified as an “invisible” symptom. Unlike a broken arm in a cast or a bleeding wound, pain cannot be...reactions1comment
Losing Hope: Poor Quality of Life After CancerHello! I don't know if you know who I am, so let me introduce myself. My name is Anita, Anita Brown; I...reactions4comments
The Worst Phone Call I Ever MadeSo many aspects of the initial part of my cancer journey are blurry. There was too much pain, too much confusion, and...reactions2comments
Personality and Cancer Care SurveyAre you an adult with a current or past cancer diagnosis? Are you interested in learning more about your personality? If so...reactionscomments
Caregiver Resources: Where Caregivers Can Go for SupportMillions of people are caring for loved ones who are sick or disabled. In fact, some 25 percent of U.S. adults report...reactionscomments
Medical PTSD In People With CancerFor many people, cancer is the worst fear of all. Often, just the word cancer leads people to imagine hair loss, chemotherapy...reactionscomments
Anita - 1, Bag-Life - 0This year, it will be two years since having my bladder removed and although at the time I thought I had made...reactions3comments
Two Caregivers Share Their StoriesIn so many ways, caregivers make it possible for people diagnosed with bladder cancer to survive. After I had my TURBT surgery...reactionscomments
Is It Important to Set Short and Long-Term Goals?So, why in my current position is this more poignant? I've just come through what was one of the toughest 6 months...reactionscomments
Bladder Cancer Must-HavesI participate in a lot of online circles for bladder cancer and the topic of what comfort items are must-haves comes up...reactionscomments
Kegel Exercises for WomenDr. Nick follows up his article about "Kegels for Her" in this new video, explaining how kegels can help women strengthen their...reactionscomments
Weight Struggles With Bladder CancerMore often we tend to hear of people struggling to keep weight on while going through cancer treatment. Chemo and radiation can...reactionscomments
