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It’s World Mental Health Day, and for adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients and survivors, mental health isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. 🧠 Dealing with cancer is difficult at any time of your life, but when you’re an AYA (15 - 39 years old), it just hits different, leaving many AYAs feeling isolated, anxious, or overwhelmed. The uncertainty of treatment, the impact on relationships, and the challenges of navigating work or school can take a huge toll on mental well-being. That’s why mental health is at the heart of everything we do at Stupid Cancer. Through our meetups, CancerCon, and digital resources, we create spaces where AYAs can connect with others who just get it—peers who know what it’s like to manage the emotional rollercoaster of cancer. Because here, you don’t have to go through it alone. 💙 On this World Mental Health Day, let’s remember that healing is as much about the mind as it is the body. We’re committed to making sure that every AYA feels supported, heard, and empowered. Together, we can make cancer suck less. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #StupidCancer #AYACancer #GetBusyLiving #CancerSupport #YouAreNotAlone #EmotionalWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityHealing #BreakTheStigma

There are over 2.1 million AYAs living in the US today making up a significant portion of the cancer survivor population. The unique challenges they face in survivorship need to be addressed throughout every step of the cancer experience. Stupid Cancer can help!

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CancerCon always brings me back to the 'why' - Alison Silberman Stupid Cancer https://lnkd.in/ekYfMczF #Cancer #CancerCon #OncoDaily #Oncology #StupidCancer

Genentech is now our Bronze Sponsor for CancerCon Live 2024! We're thrilled to have their support in spreading awareness and bringing the AYA cancer community together. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a #CancerCon sponsor, we invite you to reach out to our Director of Development, Eddie Mouradian at [email protected]. Don't forget to register for hashtag#CCL24 happening in Austin, TX. For more information, head over to cancercon.org.

Excited to share that the 6th annual Golfing for Gabi event is happening on Long Island on August 5th, supporting pediatric brain cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Over the years, this incredible event has raised nearly $400,000! Let's help them grow even more this year. While Stupid Cancer primarily focuses on adolescent and young adult cancer, we are honored to highlight this important cause in support of the broader cancer community.

Exciting news, the fundraising toolkit for the CancerCon 2024 fundraiser is now available! https://lnkd.in/ddMuCpAV Whether you’re raising money to send yourself to #CancerCon, helping a family member or friend get there, or teaming up with your crew to make a difference, THANK YOU for supporting the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer community. This toolkit will give you a jumpstart towards reaching that $2,500 mark, where you can name a scholarship for yourself, in honor or memory of a loved one, or in the name of your company, friends, or family members. Inside, you'll find tips, tricks, and messages that’ll help you get busy living – and fundraising. Get started today! stpdcn.cr/CCL24-FUND #CCL24 #MakeCancerSuckLess

Novartis is now our Gold Sponsor for CancerCon Live 2024! We're thrilled to have their support in spreading awareness and bringing the AYA cancer community together. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a #CancerCon sponsor, we invite you to reach out to our Director of Development, Eddie Mouradian at [email protected]. Don't forget to register for #CCL24 happening in Austin, TX. For more information, head over to cancercon.org. *Correction: Novartis is a Gold Sponsor.

Happy #NationalCancerSurvivorsDay! Today, we’re celebrating our community of survivors and thrivers who inspire us to continue in our work of making cancer suck less, by ending isolation and building community. In honor of this special day, join us in making a difference by supporting the CancerCon Live Scholarship Fundraiser. stpdcn.cr/CCL24-FUND Every donation helps us give those who need financial support to attend this life-changing event headed to Austin, TX this August.

We are thrilled to share that Merck is officially joining us as a Gold Sponsor for CancerCon Live 2024! Their commitment to supporting our mission and the AYA cancer community is truly inspiring. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a #CancerCon sponsor, we invite you to reach out to our Director of Development, Eddie Mouradian at [email protected]. Registration is still open for #CCL24 in Austin,TX. Visit cancercon.org for more info.