Category Archives: Advocacy

Extending our Learning and Teaching

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Joanne Buzaglo

On February 23, 24, and 25, 2012, we were honored to take part in the 9th Annual Conference of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) in Miami, FL.  The conference theme was:Reducing Health Disparities in Quality Cancer Care: Psychosocial Research, Practice, … More →

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CSC Commemorates October Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Kim Thiboldeaux

Heading into October, it seems that everywhere you go there are symbols of breast cancer awareness and support – from pink apparel and household items, to special edition bejeweled cell phones. Here at the Cancer Support Community , we have … More →

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The Surprise Party Grief Threw

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Kim Thiboldeaux

This is a guest post from award-winning actress, Alysia Reiner, creator and star of the short film, Speed Grieving. The film and accompanying program will be officially announced on Friday, September 23rd at CSC’s 7th Annual Red Ball event in … More →

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Advocate, Advocate, Advocate…

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Robyn Stoller

CSC welcomes Robyn Stoller, founder of CancerHawk and tireless patient advocate as a guest blogger. We’re thrilled to be working with her and look forward to additional informative and insightful posts in the coming months. If you’ve been reading CancerHAWK, … More →

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Graphic Cigarette Labels: Convincing or Disturbing?

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Kim Thiboldeaux

Diseased lungs, rotting teeth and gums and dead bodies are some of the graphic images that cigarette companies will be required to display on their cigarette packs and advertisements starting in Fall 2012. The images also include phrases like “Smoking … More →

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