When I was diagnosed with breast cancer—before my double mastectomy, before chemotherapy, and even before I received the bell-ringing news that my MRI scan showed NED (No Evidence of Disease)—I was called a “survivor.” Like many soon-to-be cancer patients, I felt confused and unsettled by that word. How could I be a survivor when I… Read More »
For many years the debate has raged over whether aluminum in antiperspirant is safe, particularly for women fighting estrogen-positive breast cancer. That’s a complicated question that we can’t answer but what we can do is offer you some all-natural alternatives to try. When it comes to underarm care, it isn’t “one size fits all.” There… Read More »
It’s that time of year again. Summer is winding down and for families with school-age children the focus changes from sunblock and swimsuits to notebooks and backpacks. Back-to-school season can bring a mix of excitement and stress for any parent—but for moms coping with cancer, it can feel especially overwhelming. The good news? With a… Read More »
Good sleep is the foundation of a healthy life, impacting everything from our mood to our immune system. For women recovering from cancer surgery or going through chemotherapy or radiation treatment, adequate sleep is even more essential for healing. Sleep helps the body repair cells, reduce inflammation, fight infection and manage pain, all vital for recovery…. Read More »
A chemotherapy myth that I have personally debunked is that cancer treatment makes you lose weight. Like many women, I thought having breast cancer and the side effects of chemotherapy treatment like metallic taste, nausea, and digestion problems would impact the scale. For certain types of treatments like digestive cancers, lung or pancreatic cancer, this… Read More »
Rediscovering your sense of self and personal style after a single or unilateral mastectomy goes beyond fashion—it’s about confidence, self-expression, and feeling comfortable in your skin– again. A great way to achieve this is by curating a wardrobe that flatters and adapts to your new shape. Whether you decide to live flat on one side,… Read More »
It has been a part of Cancer Be Glammed’s mission from the start; to support and to promote survivor-created or inspired companies that are making a difference in the lives of other survivors. Meet Christina Ursin, a metastatic breast cancer survivor and the founder of the company BAO, Breasts Are Overrated. This is her story…. Read More »
