Tag Archives: attitudes and breast cancer

Cancerland — Vacation?

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Carolyn Mustian

A few months ago, I came across a blog line something like this: “Some women move into Cancerland permanently and some just vacation there for a while.” The blogger was advocating for stage four breast cancer patients/survivors. I was a … Continue reading →

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Plea for a Little Mercy and Grace

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Carolyn Mustian

From the moment she announced her double mastectomy, people worldwide have commented on Angelina Jolie’s health care choice. Perhaps the fact that she made a public statement somehow causes individuals feel entitled to comment — some applaud her decision, while … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Will Make You Better — Really?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Carolyn Mustian

“Breast cancer will make you better” is a common encouragement offered to newly diagnosed women. “But I wasn’t a bad person,” is a response I recently heard. Another woman said, “I’m already good.” “That’s a bold answer,” I thought. I … Continue reading →

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