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You Just Found Out Your Friend Has Cancer – Now What?

Most young adults never expect to hear the words “I have cancer” come up in a conversation, and they feel totally unprepared when it does. The news that your friend…

Amy Schneider – Oncology Nursing Month Highlight

Oncology nurses are there to explain the diagnosis to patients and their families and be their guide through treatment. They are there to celebrate the wins and provide comfort when…

The Support Report with b-present – How Support Changes Lives

Our new podcast launches in 3…2…1! Tune into The Support Report with b-present hosted by our very own Justin Peters. We will be sharing real stories from young adults and…

Oncology Nurses Month – Why ‘Thank You’ Will Never Feel Like Enough

Throughout their careers, oncology nurses will impact thousands of families and lives. They are advocates, friends, extended family, and confidants during a unique and challenging time of life. They defined…

Losing a Sibling to Cancer — The Struggles with Moving Forward

For siblings, who often share a deep bond, a cancer diagnosis can really hit hard as life turns upside down for both of them. It’s one day at a time,…

How to Support Someone in Isolation | Coronavirus Crisis

With the coronavirus (COVID-19) leading to the cancellation of most community, school, and sporting events, our most vulnerable populations are self-isolating, and feelings of loneliness can become magnified. There is…

Loneliness Poses the Same Health Risk as Smoking 15 Cigarettes a Day

Yes, you read that headline correctly. Loneliness poses the same health risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day! When I read that statistic, I couldn’t believe it. Loneliness impacts our…

A Message From the CEO: Wishing You Presence, Joy and Hope This Holiday Season

It is hard to believe the holiday season is upon us! I hope you are all able to enjoy and celebrate the important people in your life and are taking…

Dueling Pianos at Dusk Fall Fundraiser Recap

On October 26th, we hosted our Dueling Pianos at Dusk fall fundraiser at Quartyard. It was a lovely night under the stars in downtown San Diego. The event included a…

A Message From the CEO: Astellas Oncology C3 Prize Live Pitch Event Recap

On October 25, 2019, I had an amazing time participating in the Fourth Annual C3 Prize Live Pitch Event in New York City. I was there representing the b-present Foundation…