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Hi everyone, Hope you are all doing well. In case you've missed any recent IHadCancer activity, please see below for our weekly roundup. As always, please let us know if you have any questions, comments or requests for our team!

Recent Blog Posts (please email emily@ihadcancer.com to learn more)

• 4 Steps For Self-Confidence: Advice From A Cancer Coach - Leah is a Stage IV Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivor, as well as a cancer coach. In this guest blog post, she shares her tips for tapping into your inner power and learning to fight through self-doubt, no matter what you're going through.  
• The Truth About The Dreaded Surgical Drains - Have you suffered through the pain of surgical drains? In this guest blog post, Ann Marie shares the raw, honest truth about what she experienced after she had her drains removed - from chest pains to numbness and everything in between. 

Recent Dear Cancer Messages (What do you have to say to cancer? Let it out.)

• I asked for one thing, Respect! Click here to comment.  
• Dear Cancer, when you came into my life.. I lost everyone! Click here to comment. 

Recent Facebook post (Don't forget to Like us on FB!) 

• I was diagnosed at 34 in March 2012. I had bi- lateral mastectomy, 16 rounds ACT chemo. This was taken January 2013, I was rediagnosed December 31, 2013. I have had ovaries removed to reduce estrogen and had tumor removed from chest that invaded muscle and all axillary nodes. I just keep praying and hoping this is it. I started radiation one week ago. I will not give up, though it is tough and very painful at times." Here's to Erin -let's all send strength her way! Click here to connect with her on IHC. Click here to see the Facebook post.

Recent Discussion Questions (Ask anything you want on our discussion board.)

• After having a hysterectomy in January,I was diagnosed with having endometrial cancer grade 2 stage 3. My first visit to the hospital the consultant discussed radiotherapy with me, and said that "chemotherapy had not yet been decided,then another doctor came in and said " because the ovaries have been involved, I would need chemotherapy, and it would be a treatment of 6 over 5 months. Today I went for my 4th treatment of radiotherapy, and had to see the oncologist there for a weekly check (my first) and she asked me if I was having chemotherapy, and I told her that I was, and she then looked again at my notes and said " well it says here its still to be decided." Have any of you here, not had chemo for endometrial cancer ? I am very confused. Please let me know if anyone has had the same experience. I feel so stressed that I don't have an answer from the doctors. With thanks Gaynor. Xx Click here to answer.  
• I have been in remission for 20 months and I still feel the need to talk about my experiences with cancer, but I feel as though my friends don't want to hear it about it anymore. (I try not to ever bring it up because of that) I feel as though everyone thinks that the day chemo ended I should have "moved on" and should be "over it." Does anyone else feel that they can't talk to their friends or family? Click here to answer. 

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Thanks for all of your support.
- The IHC Team

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Happy spring! It's finally beginning to warm up here in NYC. :) We're getting ready to send out our next newsletter - to sign up, click here. See below for this week's roundup and as always, feel free to let us know if you have any comments, questions or ideas!

Recent Blog Posts (please email emily@ihadcancer.com to learn more)

• 4 Steps For Self-Confidence: Advice From A Cancer Coach - Leah is a Stage IV Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivor, as well as a cancer coach. In this guest blog post, she shares her tips for tapping into your inner power and learning to fight through self-doubt, no matter what you're going through.  
• The Truth About The Dreaded Surgical Drains - Have you suffered through the pain of surgical drains? In this guest blog post, Ann Marie shares the raw, honest truth about what she experienced after she had her drains removed - from chest pains to numbness and everything in between. 

Recent Dear Cancer Messages (What do you have to say to cancer? Let it out.)

• Dear Cancer, when you came into my life.. I lost everyone! Click here to comment. 
• Dear Cancer, You are a sneaky killer who takes loved ones too soon. When you implanted yourself in me you woke me. The doctor removed you, the chemo made me an inhospitable host. But now I am on the look out for your possible return. Be warned, you will encounter the same treatment. So, do us both a favor, just stay away. But thanks for the lesson in mortality and to appreciate each day. I only need to learn this lesson once. Click here to comment.  

Recent Facebook post (Don't forget to Like us on FB!) 

• We love to see Dear Cancer messages like this! 
  "Today's a great day. The Dr told me I'm cured of cancer, I feel very, very lucky. Please help others with their fight in any way you can. I beat you cancer, now you've left me, leave everyone else!!!" Click here to comment. 

Recent Discussion Questions (Ask anything you want on our discussion board.

• Hi everyone, i'm Just about to start my Radiotherapy treatments(25)and i'm looking for advise regarding do's and don'ts.I must say i'm really nervous, as i don't really have anyone to ask ! Some support would be great.Click here to answer.  
• I have been in remission for 20 months and I still feel the need to talk about my experiences with cancer, but I feel as though my friends don't want to hear it about it anymore. (I try not to ever bring it up because of that) I feel as though everyone thinks that the day chemo ended I should have "moved on" and should be "over it." Does anyone else feel that they can't talk to their friends or family? Click here to answer. 

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address! 
 
Thanks for all of your support.
- The IHC Team

Hi everyone,

To find out what's happening on IHadCancer, please check our weekly roundup. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions, comments or requests for the IHC Team :) 

Recent Blog Posts (please email emily@ihadcancer.com to learn more)

• The Truth About The Dreaded Surgical Drains - Have you suffered through the pain of surgical drains? In this guest blog post, Ann Marie shares the raw, honest truth about what she experienced after she had her drains removed - from chest pains to numbness and everything in between. 
• My Cancer & My Career: Learning How to Step Away From Work - Are you wondering whether or not to continue working during cancer? In this guest post, Jennifer Glass shares her decision to step away from her career to focus on health and family after being diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer. 

Recent Dear Cancer Messages (What do you have to say to cancer? Let it out.)

• Dear Cancer, You are a sneaky killer who takes loved ones too soon. When you implanted yourself in me you woke me. The doctor removed you, the chemo made me an inhospitable host. But now I am on the look out for your possible return. Be warned, you will encounter the same treatment. So, do us both a favor, just stay away. But thanks for the lesson in mortality and to appreciate each day. I only need to learn this lesson once. Click here to comment. 
• Todays a great day. The Dr told me I'm cured of cancer, I feel very, very lucky. Please help others with their fight in any way you can. I beat you cancer, now you've left me, leave everyone else!!! Click here to comment. 

Recent Facebook post (Don't forget to Like us on FB!) 

• Hi everyone, I'm Just about to start my Radiotherapy treatments(25)and I'm looking for advice regarding do's and don'ts. I must say I'm really nervous, as I don't really have anyone to ask! Some support would be great. - Gaynor66, Endometrial Cancer Fighter. Do you have any advice for this fighter? Click here to comment. 

Recent Discussion Questions (Ask anything you want on our discussion board.

• Has anyone had a other major health issues before being diagnosed with breast cancer? Click here to answer.  
• I have been in remission for 20 months and I still feel the need to talk about my experiences with cancer, but I feel as though my friends don't want to hear it about it anymore. (I try not to ever bring it up because of that) I feel as though everyone thinks that the day chemo ended I should have "moved on" and should be "over it." Does anyone else feel that they can't talk to their friends or family? Click here to answer. 

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address! 
 
Thanks for all of your support.
- The IHC Team

Hi everyone,

To find out what's happening on IHadCancer, please check our weekly roundup. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions, comments or requests for the IHC Team :) 

Recent Blog Posts (please email emily@ihadcancer.com to learn more)

• My Cancer & My Career: Learning How to Step Away From Work - Are you wondering whether or not to continue working during cancer? In this guest post, Jennifer Glass shares her decision to step away from her career to focus on health and family after being diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer.  
• A Nurse Diagnosed With Cancer Wears Her Own Designer Hospital Gown - As a nurse, Anna knew that designing stylish hospital gowns could have a huge impact on anyone having to spend time in the hospital, but she had no idea that she would be one of the people benefitting from the gowns. 

Recent Dear Cancer Messages (What do you have to say to cancer? Let it out.)

• Dear Cancer, You are a sneaky killer who takes loved ones too soon. When you implanted yourself in me you woke me. The doctor removed you, the chemo made me an inhospitable host. But now I am on the look out for your possible return. Be warned, you will encounter the same treatment. So, do us both a favor, just stay away. But thanks for the lesson in mortality and to appreciate each day. I only need to learn this lesson once. Click here to comment. 
• Todays a great day. The Dr told me I'm cured of cancer, I feel very, very lucky. Please help others with their fight in any way you can. I beat you cancer, now you've left me, leave everyone else!!! Click here to comment. 

Recent Facebook post (Don't forget to Like us on FB!) 

• Dear Cancer, I want to break up. It's not me, it's you. You keep wanting to get back together and for whatever reason, my body lets you. Well I'm done, I'm sick of all the game playing and I'm sick of you messing with my mind. I wish I could say that my relationship with you has made me stronger, braver, more courageous, but I just don't know anymore. Now that you're trying to get back together only bad feelings come up. You have made me more insecure about myself, you've made me sad, and I have shed too many tears because of you. You not only affect me, you have widespread effects on people I love and care about. They don't even know what to say anymore; you leave a train of destruction and pain. It may surprise you but I love my life, and yes, thank you for opening my eyes and my heart constantly to the blessings around me. Are you trying to teach me something? Is there a lesson to learn? Well I got it, I'm good, so please stop showing up. Don't underestimate me, I am not going down. So here we are at another crossroads. Are you back to taunt me again? Will you ever leave me alone? Hate is a strong word that I never use, but I'm beginning to hate you. You have broken my heart over and over, but I will not let you break my spirit. Anna Click here to comment. 

Recent Discussion Questions (Ask anything you want on our discussion board.

• Hi I was diagnosed with Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, finding it hard to find information or others who have had/got this. Any one??? Click here to answer. 
• SOUND OFF: Breast cancer sisters: what did you decide for nipple reconstruction (either single or double) tattoos? Surgery? What kind of surgery? I'm meeting with the PS this week. No time to research-skate flap, star flap, cervical visor (CV) flap, wrap flap, and fishtail flap? Click here to answer. 

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address! 
 
Thanks for all of your support.
- The IHC Team

Hi everyone,

To find out what's happening on IHadCancer, please check our weekly roundup. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions, comments or requests for the IHC Team :) 

Recent Blog Posts (please email emily@ihadcancer.com to learn more)

• The Top 3 Changes A Survivor Faces -  In this guest blog post, Marlena Ortiz, the founder of Beating cancer in Heels, shares the top 3 changes that she's experiences among survivors. Read more to find out how to take these challenges head on.  
• 5 Tips To Help You Start Meditating - In this guest blog post, the founder of BreatheRepeat.com - an online resource for the modern yogi - shares her top 5 tips to help you start meditating. Read more to find out why and how you should start meditating today. 

Recent Dear Cancer Messages (What do you have to say to cancer? Let it out.)

• You destryed my dreams of being a drill sergeant, I've dreamd new dreams about being a great antie to my nieces and nephews. Click here to comment. 

• IM Not Afraid of you so Fuck off!! Click here to comment. 

Recent Facebook post (Don't forget to Like us on FB!) 

• Our team headed to The American Medical Student Association's national convention in New Orleans to share our #DearDoctor findings! Here's The IHC team with some awesome survivors, fighters and supporters in New Orleans who shared their stories with future physicians. #AMSAcon #NOLA. 

Recent Discussion Questions (Ask anything you want on our discussion board.)

• Hi I was diagnosed with Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, finding it hard to find information or others who have had/got this. Any one??? Click here to answer. 

• SOUND OFF: Breast cancer sisters: what did you decide for nipple reconstruction (either single or double) tattoos? Surgery? What kind of surgery? I'm meeting with the PS this week. No time to research-skate flap, star flap, cervical visor (CV) flap, wrap flap, and fishtail flap? Click here to answer. 

If you'd like to sign up for our monthly newsletter, scroll down to the bottom right hand side of the site and enter your email address! 
 
Thanks for all of your support.
- The IHC Team