Tag Archives: Chemotherapy

Fighting in Style: The Evolution of Breast Cancer Awareness Merchandise

Cancer survivor Allison W. Gryphon and designer Piper Gore don't want cancer fighters to compromise style
Posted on October 19, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

When Allison W. Gryphon was diagnosed with breast cancer, she knew she would have to adjust to major lifestyle changes – but compromising her style was not up for question. She collaborated with designer Piper Gore to create the “Fighter … Continue reading →

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The Stark Reality About Leukemia and Chemotherapy Treatment

A Film About "Dying Young" is for Those at Any Age Dealing with Cancer
Posted on April 9, 2012 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

I appropriately write this review as our blog writer Katie drives from San Francisco to Orange County today to be with her mom who starts chemotherapy treatments in the morning.  This film “Dying Young“, directed by Joel Schumacher, is, as … Continue reading →

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50/50 directed by Jonathan Levine

A Real-to-Life Story About Facing the End-of-Life that Will Make You Laugh and Cry
Posted on March 2, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

50/50 is a 2011 biopic that explores the trials of facing terminal illness with candor and without over-dramatization. Based on a true story, this comedy follows Adam, a 27-year-old guy just diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that is … Continue reading →

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Cancer Free

The End of a Reporter's Fight With Cancer
Posted on January 11, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today we celebrate with reporter Rose Egge, who bared her strength and fears throughout her cancer treatment via her blog “Stronger Than I Think I Am” at KOMO News. In honor of Rose, we share her story. On December 29, … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Rebecca Katz: Part Two

The conclusion of our interview with the food and nourishment expert
Posted on December 31, 2011 by Liz Matsushita (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Last week, we published the first part of our interview with Rebecca Katz, chef, nutritionist, cookbook author, culinary translator and expert at cooking for people with cancer. Here, the conclusion of the interview. Liz: On your website, you have a … Continue reading →

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