Survivorship Topics
In the U.S., most people diagnosed with breast cancer will live for many years. Today, there are more than 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S. (more than any other group of cancer survivors) [1].
At Susan G. Komen®, we view anyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, a survivor, from the time of diagnosis through the end of life. The American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute use similar definitions [1-2]. We recognize though that not everyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer will identify with this term or see themselves as a survivor.
Find survivorship topics below for people in treatment for early, locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer, and topics for those who have completed treatment for breast cancer.
Survivorship During Treatment for Early and Locally Advanced Breast Cancer
Managing Side Effects and Supportive Care
Quality of Life During Treatment
Survivorship During Treatment for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Managing Side Effects and Supportive Care – Metastatic Breast Cancer
Managing Pain Related to Metastatic Breast Cancer
Quality of Life – Metastatic Breast Cancer
Support – Metastatic Breast Cancer
Survivorship After Breast Cancer Treatment Is Completed
This section discusses the unique issues and concerns you may face after breast cancer treatment.
Medical care
Follow-Up Care After Treatment
Survival and Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence After Treatment
Questions to Ask Your Health Care Provider
Other health concerns
Having Children After Breast Cancer
Quality of Life After Breast Cancer Treatment
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Breast Cancer
Complementary and integrative therapies
Complementary and Integrative Therapy Fact Sheets
Safety, Science, Resources and Other Topics Related to Complementary and Integrative Therapies
Healthy lifestyle and breast cancer survival
Stress, fears and concerns
Fear of Breast Cancer Recurrence
Financial assistance and insurance
Child Care and Elder Care Assistance
Insurance (including maintaining health insurance if you lose your job and what to do if a claim is denied)
Susan G. Komen® created the Komen Treatment Assistance Program to help those struggling with the costs of breast cancer treatment by providing financial assistance to eligible individuals. Funding is available for eligible individuals of any age undergoing breast cancer treatment, at any stage of the disease. To learn more about this program and other helpful resources, call the Komen Breast Care Helpline at 1-877 GO KOMEN (1-877-465-6636) or email helpline@komen.org. |
You’re not alone
No matter how long ago you completed breast cancer treatment and no matter the struggles you face, there are likely others who have been where you are today.
Sharing experiences and advice with other survivors may be helpful. We have a list of resources for finding local and online support groups. Your health care provider can also tell you how to find a local support group.
After treatment ends, there are many ways to stay active in the breast cancer community. Getting involved can be personally rewarding and can impact the lives of others.
Learn more on the following pages:
Support for People Who’ve Had Breast Cancer
Support for Family, Friends and Other Loved Ones
Getting Involved After Breast Cancer Treatment
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How We’re Helping |
Thanks in part to Susan G. Komen®’s investment in research in early detection and treatment, breast cancer mortality (death) in women in the U.S. declined 41 percent from 1989-2018 [1]. |
Updated 11/09/21