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October 26, 2026 · Cancer Support
"Palliative care" and "hospice" are often used as if they mean the same thing. They're closely related, since both focus on comfort and quality of life, but they're not the same. Knowing the difference can help people with serious illness…
October 25, 2026 · Cancer Support
Cancer treatment is expensive, even with good insurance. Deductibles, copays, prescriptions, parking, travel and time off work add up quickly, and many people feel financial stress on top of everything else. Doctors even have a name for…
October 23, 2026 · Breast Cancer
When someone you care about is diagnosed with breast cancer, the urge to help is immediate. Knowing what to actually do is harder. Many people worry about saying the wrong thing, so they say nothing, or they offer "Let me know if you need…
October 22, 2026 · Breast Cancer
A breast cancer diagnosis changes a lot at once. In the space of a few days you may be learning new medical words, booking scans, telling family and trying to keep work and home running. It's no surprise that many people say the emotional…
October 17, 2026 · Breast Cancer
Breast cancer treatment can change how you look and how your clothes fit. After a mastectomy or lumpectomy, many people use special bras and breast forms; during chemotherapy, many use wigs, scarves or hats. These products can help you…
October 13, 2026 · Breast Cancer
October 13 is National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a date that traces back to a U.S. Senate resolution in 2009. In a month full of pink ribbons and survivor stories, the day is a reminder of the people living with breast cancer…
October 5, 2026 · Breast Cancer
Hearing "you have breast cancer" changes everything in an instant. In the days that follow, there are appointments to book, words you've never heard, and decisions that feel urgent. This checklist is meant to help you get through the first…
February 12, 2014 · Cancer Support
Residents of Scranton, PA may have noticed a man passing through on his bike with two huskies earlier this February. Aside from thinking that this guy must be crazy for riding his bike in the frigid winter weather,…
October 8, 2013 · Cancer Support
To show our appreciation for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) and all that it has helped to accomplish, we'd like to share this new infographic! Click on this thumbnail to see the full image: Looking at…
October 6, 2013 · Cancer Support
“My mother fought cancer for almost a decade and died at 56,” was the beginning of Angelina Jolie’s influential New York Times article on her recent double mastectomy . The 38-year-old actress is widely known not only…
September 29, 2013 · Cancer Community
The first Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also referred to as BCAM, was observed in the United States in 1985. Since then, the country has emphasized the widespread importance of this month by referring to it as National…
September 19, 2013 · Cancer Community
In addition to Prostate Cancer Awareness Month , September also helps promote awareness for leukemia and lymphoma , two diseases that are not well understood by the public. If you started asking anyone around you about…
September 8, 2013 · Cancer Community
Did you know that September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month? This is a special time reserved in remembrance of the children we have lost, those who have been saved, and the families who have had to face…
May 14, 2013 · Cancer Community
The sad truth is that most, if not all, of us have been touched by cancer in some way or another. Millions of people are diagnosed each year, but many of these diseases, which used to be death sentences, can now be…
April 8, 2013 · Cancer Community
For anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer, the financial costs of treatment and care can be insurmountable. In some cases, some patients aren’t able to afford their treatment even when they have health insurance .…
March 26, 2013 · Cancer Support
If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos in the home or at the workplace, you may be at risk of developing mesothelioma . This rare form of cancer is caused by exposure to asbestos, more specifically the…
August 27, 2012 · Cancer Support
I had hoped this day would never come, but unfortunately it has. As Lance Armstrong started to dominate the Tour de France and allegations arose about doping, one could only wonder...what would this mean for his legacy…
July 16, 2012 · Cancer Community
If you of a family member has been diagnosed with cancer, it is nice to know that you have options available to you even during the toughest of times. For some patients, they may no longer need to be in the hospital,…
April 25, 2012 · Cancer Community
We were recently contacted by Jonathan Goudy, a Utah Valley University entrepreneur student. One of his fellow classmates was diagnosed with cancer this semester and for their final project, the entrepreneur class is…
November 15, 2011 · Cancer Support
Cancer care is a multi-faceted task , and a reputable treatment center is critical in obtaining the best service for your medical needs. Listed here are 5 top cancer treatment centers in America , in a traditional…
September 10, 2011 · Cancer Support
Cancer. Who would have ever thought it could be so common? Statistics show that half of all men and one-third of all women in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetimes. This equates to approximately…
September 6, 2011 · Cancer Community
Anyone who has had to deal with cancer knows the financial responsibility that comes along with it. Don’t panic! There are many resources out there to help cancer patients and survivors in need of financial help. When…
July 20, 2011 · Cancer Community
The Know Cancer website is a great place to join a community in the fight against cancer . It is a support center, a place to ask questions and a place to get general information about cancer. When…
June 22, 2011 · Cancer Community
Cancer can be a financial burden for patients and their families due to the increased medical and prescription expenses incurred. In addition, unanticipated costs such as childcare, employment, transportation and…
June 13, 2011 · Cancer Community
Finding a reputable, compassionate oncologist who can help you navigate the scary waters of cancer is an important step in your treatment plan. Since you’ll be working closely with your oncologist, you want to be…
April 19, 2011 · Cancer Community
For those of you who are unfamiliar with Know Cancer’s “Ask the Expert” section , you need to take a break from your day and check it out! This section has archives of Q & A from patients,…
May 3, 2010 · Cancer Support
So, I recently chatted it up with my old friend Brian Rechtman, the Founder & CEO of BlueTree Marketing —a company that offers non-profit organizations and schools an online alternative to live silent…
April 10, 2010 · Cancer Community
When cancer affects a family, support is often there for the adults, but not always for the children. Camp Kesem ("kesem" meaning "magic" in Hebrew) is a college student-run summer camp for kids 6-13…
March 9, 2010 · Cancer Community
In February 2001, Sam and Matthew’s father was diagnosed with prostate cancer . For five years he fought to live, then passed away when Sam was 10 and Matthew was 8. Their mother says, “Living with and…
October 28, 2009 · Cancer Community
I'd like to personally welcome Dr. Simeon Jaggernauth , our newest Oncologist who will be answering your questions in our "Ask the Expert" section. Dr Jag is young, extremely accomplished and so tech savvy…
July 28, 2009 · Cancer Community
Jordan Melnick is a grad school scholar, a phenomenal writer/journalist and…my sisters’ fiancé (And might I add what a fine young chap he is!). He recently wrote an article that we both felt needed…
June 30, 2009 · Cancer Community
Peapod began in 1989 when two brothers, Andrew and Thomas Parkinson, decided to improve the lives of others with this phenomenal convenience. Since that time, Peapod’s online grocery has served over 13 million…
May 29, 2009 · Cancer Community
After many months of hard work and dedication, the Know Cancer Team is thrilled to announce the launch of our one of a kind Cancer Community ! It has been a long road and we are proud to finally share this adventure…
April 6, 2009 · Cancer Community
This past Sunday, Danielle and I took a journey down to Miami to rock out with my friends from Chai Lifeline at their Young Leadership Event…and what a “trip” it was…literally! Chai…
March 18, 2009 · Cancer Support
We recently participated in the 6th Annual Pink Ribbons for Life event in our hometown of Orlando, Florida. It was held by The Chrome Angels of Central Florida , an independent motorcycle riding association made up of…
March 15, 2009 · Cancer Community
Let us be the first to welcome you to the Know Cancer Community! A place to make friends, find inspiration and share stories! In the coming entries we will introduce you to our friends, our inspiration and our story. My…