Written by Leo Candelaria, Cancer Support Community Arizona PARTICIPANT AND MILITARY VETERAN When you walk in it feels like family. Nobody’s going to be judging me. It’s nice to talk to other people with a cancer story. As men, we put up this guard, that we are always...

In July 2014, the Public Library of Science Journal pLoS-one, published evidence that creating art can: 1 Reduce negative emotional response 2 Trigger a relaxation response 3 Promote psychological resiliency 4 Enhance self-awareness 5 Help to develop personal...

JUST TAKE MY ENTIRE BREAST! When Maria’s biopsy revealed she had breast cancer, she didn’t have time to think about the magnitude of her diagnosis. Her doctor explained she needed surgery, likely followed by rounds of chemo and radiation. All Maria could think about...

As a nonprofit organization, it is important to be engaged and relevant to the community that you are located in. By becoming an active member in the local area, not only can you increase the recognition of your organization, but you can also meet the people that make...

The BHHS Legacy Foundation’s sustained investment in Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSCAZ) is helping us to enhance our presence in the Phoenix-Metro West Valley to offer our free evidence-based emotional, nutritional, social, and educational programs to anyone...

Eating healthy doesn't need to be boring! Check out this DELICIOUS Caramelized Cauliflower Soup recipe from our Cooking For Cancer Class!   Caramelized Cauliflower Soup Ingredients 1 head cauliflower (about 3 lbs), cut into florets 1 large shallot, chopped, 1...

We are OBSESSED with this delicious soup recipe from our Cooking for Cancer Class this morning! Check out the recipe!   Pistou (Makes 6 servings) Ingredients 1 cup diced onion 1 leek, white part only, sliced 1 Tbsp butter 1 cup green beans, cut into 1/2 inch...

Recently, Cancer Support Community Arizona Board of Directors Mary Ann Luciano, Vice President of Ambassador Education with Plexus Worldwide sat down with Plexus Connect to talk about her experience serving and supporting our critical and powerful organization and...

Here at CSCAZ, we want to bring you information on your cancer journey to empower you to take charge of your treatment. The oncology world is constantly putting out AMAZING new research, but who has time to read huge studies that MIGHT relate to them. We...

My name is Fred Marrero, I am a throat and tongue cancer survivor, and this is my story:  For 3-weeks, I experienced pain swallowing and my voice was hoarse. When the pain became unbearable, I drove myself to the ER in Los Angeles (I was living in Pasadena).  A...

Make a Donation and Make a Difference When you make a contribution to Cancer Support Community Arizona, you benefit from an Arizona dollar-for-dollar tax credit, so that no one faces cancer alone®. Making a gift to Cancer Support Community Arizona is as...

Not a golfer, but want a chance to win up to $5,000 at the Arizona Central Credit Union Golf Tournament all while Supporting Cancer Support Community Arizona? Now is your chance! We are excited to announce we will be having a helicopter ball drop at...

Dear Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSCAZ) family,   My name is Marla Palmer and 8 years ago I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. As I reflect on this momentous occasion, which coincides with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, cancer taught me to view life’s...

My name is Jeff and I am a Rectal and Liver Cancer Survivor. This is my story. In 2012 I was diagnosed with Thursdays rectal cancer. In 2015 I was diagnosed with 4th stage liver cancer given 6 months to live. I decided this time that I will go all natural...

Dear Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSCAZ) family,   After radiation and 12+ months of chemotherapy for breast cancer, I felt disconnected from the world around me. I didn’t laugh. I didn’t cry. I was once known for my smile, but it had long...