Melissa is a 13-year leukemia survivor. She was diagnosed as a young adult at age 24. Her mom was her full-time caregiver. Then, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the roles reversed and Melissa's mom received a rare and devastating cancer diagnosis. In this conversation, Melissa dives into the trauma of losing her mother, navigating mental health struggles during cancer and beyond, and the unique challenges young adult cancer patients face. Follow ⁠@melissinthecity ⁠ Follow ⁠@justinleepeters⁠ Learn more about b-present Foundation at ⁠b-present.org⁠.

A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and the treatment process can be even more daunting, especially for those who dream of having children. In this episode of The Support Report with b-present, we chat with University of Michigan Fertility Preservation Coordinator Erin Ellman (LMSW) about the various cancer treatments that can affect fertility, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, and their potential impact on both men and women. We will also explore the fertility preservation options available for cancer patients.   Whether you or a loved one are currently undergoing cancer treatment or simply want to learn more about the relationship between cancer and fertility, this video is a valuable resource.    More resources:  Explore fertility options Livestrong's reproductive information, resources, and financial support Contact Erin: 734-232-9710 or [email protected]   Follow @chiaravscancer  Follow @justinleepeters  Learn more about b-present Foundation

Dating is hard as it is, but adding cancer brings a different level of complexity. This episode of The Support Report discusses dating when cancer is a part of the relationship. David Zhao joins the podcast to discuss the frustrations, the joys, and the advice he would give someone that is dating someone or is looking to start dating someone with a cancer diagnosis. Follow @deezventuregram  Follow @chiaravscancer  Follow @justinleepeters  Learn more about b-present Foundation.

In 2019, Tatiana Tate was a 26-year-old living in North Carolina, planning a wedding and traveling across the country as a finance and accounting consultant. Her life was flipped upside down on October 10th when she found out her mom Paulette was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Tatiana and her younger brother Elijah became her full-time caregivers and were by her side through the end of her life. After the devastating loss of her mom, Tatiana founded Chemo Divas Foundation in her honor, an organization that supports women of color impacted by cancer through education, inspiration, and community.     Visit chemodivas.org Follow @chemodivas on Instagram Learn more about b-present Foundation

Hernan Barangan is a leukemia survivor and filmmaker. He directed and is the star of the movie Cancer Rebellion, the director of The 100%, and most recently, a producer on the new Apple TV+ show Life by Ella. Hernan is a perfect testament to what it means to capture the authenticity and evolution of life after cancer. From road tripping across all 50 states to sharing his own experience and the collection of hundreds of others via mainstream media. Tune into this compounding story from the storyteller himself!    Watch Cancer Rebellion Amazon or Apple  Watch 50 States, All the Stories Watch Life by Ella Follow Hernan on Instagram Learn more about b-present Foundation

Being a supporter or caregiver of someone diagnosed with cancer, testicular cancer, in this case, doesn't mean you have to love it. In this episode, Laurel Hope Hart shares the honest, hard truth with us and even some unexpected moments that were both TRYING and a TURN ON for her as a wife during her husband's cancer experience.    Follow Laurel on Instagram Learn more about b-present Foundation Download the Supporter Roadmap

Addie and Maddie have a lot of things in common: they lived in the same town, their parents knew each other from high school, and sadly, they were both diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) during their childhood. In this episode of The Support Report with b-present, Addie and Maddie chat about facing cancer together and how Camp Ānuenue has bonded them for life.    Learn more about Camp Ānuenue Contact: [email protected]  Follow Camp Anuenue on Instagram Follow Maddie on Instagram Contact: [email protected]    Follow Addie on Instagram Contact: [email protected]   Learn more about b-present Foundation. Download the Supporter Roadmap

In June 2022, Paige was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma at the age of 28. She shares her shocking experience of receiving the news of her diagnosis and highlights how important it is to have empathy and keep a positive attitude.   Follow Paige on Instagram. Learn more about b-present Foundation at b-present.org Subscribe to The Support Report with b-present on your favorite podcasting platform! 🎙️

Richard is a community builder, connection coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of Excuses to Connect. Excuses to Connect focuses on creating the conditions to make meaningful connections easier. Richard emphasizes that loneliness is a common feeling and social health is a skill to cultivate. He gives tons of practical advice, including having better conversations, observing the fear ladder, using connection cards, and much, much more.

Hailey Johnston was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma at age 16, six short weeks after her mom received the same devastating diagnosis. The two had completely different experiences—her mother was treated as an adult, while Hailey was treated in pediatrics.    When Hailey discovered there weren't the needed resources and support for her age group, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community, she founded Escape—a grassroots organization serving adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Escape shines a light on the voices of the LGBTQIA+ community and cultivates a safe space within the cancer community.    Hailey shares her story and how being part of the LGBTQIA+ community affected her experience.    Learn more about Escape at escapeayac.org. Follow Escape on Instagram Learn more about b-present Foundation at b-present.org