I do not fit the cultural touchstone of a chemo patient. I have not lost my hair from any of my various treatments. I haven’t lost a ton of weight. Sometimes, I desperately wish my appearance would match the war my body was waging on the inside, so others would know the pain I felt.
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Self-care does not have to be a big ticket item draining our bank accounts or our precious energy. We can keep it simple. What is your wise intuition telling you? What do you need? At this moment, just for today?
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Here at Cactus Cancer Society, we’re always interested in amplifying the voices and experiences of young adults facing cancer, and making sure this population is represented in research. Check out this research opportunity looking at physical activity among YAs with cancer!
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Welcome to the comments and discussion of the Young Adult Cancer Book Club! We are reading Wild by Cheryl Strayed.
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We know how much you love swag, so we’ve added some new limited-edition designs to our online shop! These designs celebrate just how strong and resilient (and sometimes a little prickly) our community is. These designs will only be available for our birthday month, so head to our shop before April 30th to get yours!
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We’re turning 7, so we’ve set a goal of raising $7,000 for our birthday! To help us reach our goal, host your own Facebook fundraiser and ask your friends to donate in support of Cactus Cancer Society.
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Welcome to the comments and discussion of the Young Adult Cancer Book Club! We are reading Wild by Cheryl Strayed.
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Today’s our birthday, and we’re inviting you to our BIRTHDAY BASH!
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Join a focus group, hosted by Cactus Cancer Society, Elephants and Tea, and Servier Pharmaceuticals. We’re looking to speak with a group of 15 young adults facing cancer, ages 26-35, about your survivorship.
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April is our birthday month, and we’ve got some amazing festivities planned! While we can’t meet in person, you can join along with Cactus Cancer Society staff, community members, board members, and supporters in celebrating all month long!
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