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One of the most challenging emotions after receiving a diagnosis of cancer is the feeling of loss of control. Suddenly, you are thrust into a “foreign country” with its own language and customs, all with the intention of treating the cancer. Read More ›

Safe from the Sun began in 2002 as a small group walking in the King of Prussia Mall to bring melanoma awareness to our community. The event quickly grew and expanded to Villanova University, with satellite events in Seattle, WA, and Phoenix, AZ. Read More ›

In my book, What Helped Get Me Through: Cancer Survivors Share Wisdom and Hope, I asked people what it meant to them to be a survivor. Usually, being a survivor means that you have lived through something very challenging. There is no doubt that cancer fits the bill. Read More ›

The question of what to eat after a cancer diagnosis is quickly becoming a hot topic. Read More ›

Following 6 months of intensive chemotherapy to treat his stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Dan Dean decided he wasn’t comfortable having a bone marrow transplant. Read More ›

Tonya Richardson offers a glimpse into how a cancer diagnosis changed her outlook on life, and she writes an open letter to her 9 children. Read More ›

The new site is aimed at providing education for people with carcinoid syndrome, caregivers, and medical providers. Read More ›

It is ultimately your responsibility to keep track of your health history, understand your finances and pay your bills, make decisions about your care, and get to and through your treatment. Read More ›

Welcome to the newest issue of CONQUER! This issue is packed with a wealth of information that we hope will be of value to you and your family. Here are some of the highlights. Read More ›

The cancer experience has been described as a moment when healthcare professionals, including navigators, have a window of opportunity to teach and facilitate behavior change toward healthy lifestyles. Read More ›