by Jennifer | Mar 27, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #115 It is ok to have a bad day or be mad or frustrated or scared. Sometimes we just need a down day to throw a pity party or be able to vent frustrations without someone trying to fix it. I have been known to start vents like that by saying… “I... by Jennifer | Mar 26, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #114 Toxic positivity happens when someone tells a cancer patient or cancer survivor to just be positive all the time to the exclusion of all other feelings. Feelings happen on a spectrum. Feeling them all is healthy. We need to stop telling people... by Jennifer | Mar 25, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #113 Positivity does NOT cure cancer. Positive people may be able to take more positive actions more quickly for positive outcomes. Cancer shaming has come up a few times in the comments as we have discussed different topics. This feels like one of... by Jennifer | Mar 24, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #112 Not all patients with the same cancer receive the same treatments. Even if that treatment may be the nationally recommended standard of care. The first time I heard this I was shocked. Now it just makes me mad. When I was diagnosed with HER2+... by Jennifer | Mar 23, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #111 Researchers NEED to construct studies that enable diverse populations accessible trial locations and meeting times that work with participants scheduling needs. When patients are struggling to meet their basic needs, taking time off to travel... by Jennifer | Mar 22, 2023 | Cancer Truth Note
Cancer Truth Note: #110 Increased diversity is needed in clinical trials. The Tigerlily Foundation is a huge advocate for improving access to necessary screening, treatment, and access to clinical trials for under represented communities. In order to increase...