“Your 20's the best time of your life, oh wait you have breast cancer.”
Like so many of you, I read those words and was immediately drawn into Natalia Hernandez’s story. Her SharePost appeared on this site last Tuesday, and since then there’s been an outpouring of support, suggestions, and just plain “we’re with you, girl” responses from readers. I’ve read and re-read Natalia’s story and the ensuing comments, because I like what they say to me about how we all meet on the...
Hi! My name is Natalia, I'm 26, and I was diagnosed back in August with stage 4 Breast Cancer, which spread all over my back, pelvic area... Read more »
As I write this, spring is thinking about making its way north to New Hampshire. Yes, we’re still in the thinking stage up here; the... Read more »
When I heard the news about Elizabeth Edwards’ cancer recurrence, I felt what I’m sure so many of you felt: shock, pain, and a great,... Read more »
The F.D.A.’s recent approval of silicone breast implants for both cosmetic purposes in women 22 and older, and for all women facing... Read more »
If you’re one of the 20% of breast cancer survivors with HER2+ cancer, an important improvement in treatment has just been made: the FDA... Read more »
Many survivors of breast cancer report having decreased sexual desire and drive. There are often several possible causes of diminished sex drive in... Read more »
Mammograms can be used for both screening and diagnostic purposes. Screening is recommended for all women, beginning at age 40, and allows... Read more »
A year and a half ago, I found a lump in my breast. The discovery was an unwelcome turn of events in the dashing life Id led for 62 years, but... Read more »
Q. What with all the side effects I had during chemotherapy, I really wasn’t in the mood for sex very often. And now that I’m done with chemo,... Read more »
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