Archive for October, 2010
Pick Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness
Posted by Remission Journey in Journey Ahead on October 25, 2010
October is internationally known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Pink Ribbon Day is always on the fourth Monday of October, which marks the culmination of breast cancer activities. This day is for fund raising to support research. In October, people are encouraged to wear a pink ribbon to prove their support. The pink ribbon [...]
What Does It Mean When Someone Is in Cancer Remission?
Posted by Remission Journey in Journey Ahead on October 8, 2010
When someone is battling cancer, it is generally a joyful time when the cancer is in remission. There tends to be some confusion as to what this actually means, however. What does it mean when someone is in cancer remission? Commonly, people refer to remission as being cured. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Remission [...]
