Inspired by the end of year recaps we’ve been seeing all over the internet, we compiled the 10 most-read posts in the community stories section this year. We have articles on infertility, relationships, financial challenges, living beyond cancer, and more!
“It’s hard to grieve the loss of the ability to have kids” by Charlene Charles (November 6, 2019)
In 2015, Charlene was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and the treatment she needed to save her life left her infertile. “When I found out that I would never be able to have a child, I was devastated. I can’t explain the pain I felt. I can’t explain the pain I still feel now.”
“The good, the bad and the ugly: Truths about relationships after cancer” by Marley Cameron (October 10, 2019)
Marley says she can continue to look to her peers at YACC for a world of encouragement or a shoulder to lean on.
“How my relationship with my body changed after cancer” by Charlene Charles (August 20, 2019)
Body image is something Charlene has always struggled with, and being diagnosed with cancer made things worse. “I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2015. The treatment I went through to save my life left me with scars and insecurity about my body.”
“A story of how cancer helped save my life and get me sober” by Mandy Lamothe (November 28, 2019)
Mandy was in a routine where every day, there would be a drink after work, a drink before bed. On the weekends, Baileys in her coffee or a glass of wine followed by a few gin and tonics. Why? “Because it made the pain go away, and it made me feel temporarily ‘normal.’”
“Giving Tuesday 2019: Heather is moving beyond cancer” (December 3, 2019)
When you donate to YACC you are helping a person who is living with cancer come out of isolation, connect with others, and know they are not alone.
“Cancer and finances” by Andrea Whittle (October 31, 2019)
Despite working full-time since age 19, Andrea found herself on E.A.I. unable to support her family after being diagnosed with cancer at age 30. But she’s not giving up.
“I’ve got 99 problems but chemo ain’t one” by Marley Cameron (November 7, 2019)
Marley writes about how toxic terminology such as “the good cancer” affects young adults after a cancer diagnosis.
“Faith Walker inspires others through music” (June 26, 2019)
Faith Walker started her career as a professional musician when she was 14-years-old. By her early 20s, she had singles on the radio and videos on MuchMusic and had two children. Life was good—she had just gone on her first vacation—but her path was about to change drastically.
“Puppies and purposes” by Janelle Lamontange (November 21, 2019)
Janelle had to figure out who else she was when her brain tumour disrupted her sense of identity of being “the smart girl.”
“Navigating social media while living with cancer” by Alex Mandarino (October 17, 2019)
Social media helped Alex manage the stress of telling his network about his diagnosis, but it also affected his perception of life during treatment. Here’s how he found a balance.
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