June is Cancer Survivors Month

In recognition of Cancer Survivors Month, we wanted to share some of the good work of collaborating with our survivor community by the Rehabilitation & Survivorship Task Force of the Maine Impact Cancer Network, a component of the Maine Cancer Foundation. This work group focuses on the health and well-being of Mainers affected by cancer, including those currently undergoing treatment, and those who are post-treatment. The task force is composed of members from many walks of life, including those with lived cancer experience, multidisciplinary professionals working within cancer treatment and research, and representatives from cancer support centers throughout the State of Maine.

The Task Force's most recent project was a series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs). The intention is to engage all cancer survivors in seeking solutions and resources for their health and wellness. To accomplish this, the group interviewed five cancer survivors and created a PSA with their stories to raise awareness. The PSAs aired thousands of times across Maine television and radio stations.

Please navigate here to view stories from Joan, Sue Anne, Stephanie, Kyle and Kandyce. The Breast Care Center’s very own clinical manager Kyle Bryan, MSN, RN (at right), shared his story as a breast cancer survivor.

The Rehabilitation and Survivorship Task Force is very grateful for everyone’s time and thoughtful sharing of their inspirational survivorship stories!