Metastatic breast cancer, let’s talk about it. Yes, let’s. Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) is a topic that some in Breast Cancer Land avoid. And don’t get me started on the lack of attention (and research $$$) MBC has received over the years. Why this avoidance persists, I will never understand. Some (maybe many?) oncologists don’t …

Warning: This is a tongue-in-cheek, sarcastic sort of post. Admittedly, it’s not for everyone. The Pink Ribbon Fairy Tale is a lie, and it really needs to go. No, it needs to be shredded and replaced with tales of reality. There is a time and place for fantasy, but breast cancer is not it. What …

Here we are. Another October. Another Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (This is BCAM # 36, if I’m counting right.) One week down. Another 21 days or so of who knows what coming down the pink pipeline. Does BCAM feel different this year? I mean, there’s the pandemic, deep political divides (even within families), the election, …

Have you ever heard of Cowden syndrome? If not, don’t worry; you’re certainly not alone. Every year, I share a guest post for National Hereditary Cancer Week. And btw, I am thrilled with this name change. In the past, this week was designated as National Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer Week. It’s past time (way …

I’m so pleased to share the newest #MetsMonday featured post. I know, I know. It’s been a while. Too long. This is Linda’s second #MetsMonday contribution. If you missed her first piece, The Daily Struggle with Fear, do check it out. You might think the topic of what you want or do not want done …