Spotlight

Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...

“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could...

May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month! Now more than ever, let us come together and use our voices to bring more awareness around the importance of bladder cancer. Even though...

Each year, World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is observed in October. This year, October 10 will mark the day to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the...

We can’t believe Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is already here. Although much of our lives have been paused these past few months, we know that life with bladder cancer never...

For a long time, we said mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or even minor...

Self-care might sound like a buzzword, but in the face of pandemics and natural disasters, it’s downright necessary. There is a fine balance between protecting your physical health and guarding...

In honor of our 2-year anniversary here at BladderCancer.net, we wanted to focus on the impact of our online community on people living with bladder cancer. When trying to understand...

October 3 is Ostomy Day. We're spreading awareness of the life-saving benefits of ostomies for people living with bladder cancer! An ostomy is a bag, or "pouch" that collects urine...

Each May, we take time to remind ourselves to care for our mental health. This year, the idea of physical vs. mental health is on our minds. Mental Health Month...

May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. It is surprising that many people do not know about bladder cancer until they are diagnosed. We hope to spread awareness so that more...

Did you know that May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month? Throughout the month of May, we are spreading awareness about bladder cancer. We've got some easy ways for you to...

Romantic relationships, friendships, and family ties can all change when a life changing diagnosis like bladder cancer enters the picture. These relationships can grow and become stronger, or they can...

A bladder cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and surprising. You might be feeling a wide range of emotions, unsure about what to do next. It's normal to have a lot...

The holiday season is finally here. You might be stressing about holiday activities like shopping for gifts, baking cookies or putting up decorations. A cancer diagnosis can make these activities...

Living with bladder cancer or coping with a new bladder cancer diagnosis can be really challenging for both patients and their caregivers. Important decisions need to be made, appointments need...