Back to Dear Cancer

I Had Cancer Guidelines

We're all here for similar reasons - we've been touched by cancer in some way. It’s up to all of us to show each other that no one is alone. Your IHadCancer profile is your own place to call home during this crazy thing called cancer, we just ask that you keep these simple guidelines in mind when participating.

1. Always Be Nice. This is a place for connections and conversations – we encourage you all to talk openly but please remain considerate in all of your engagement. Don’t post obscene, hateful or objectionable content. Abuse and disrespect will not be tolerated in the IHC community and is subject to deletion and user removal at our discretion.

2. Be a Good Friend. The IHC community is a family. Please remember to be a good friend to the connections you make on IHC. Ask questions that you wish someone would ask you; if you can’t find the right words to say, send a hug, it can speak louder than words. A simple gesture goes a long way.

3. Don't Spam. This includes sending unsolicited messages of any nature, posting links to unrelated content, promoting a survey, fundraiser or product where it shouldn’t be promoted. If you aren’t sure if something is appropriate to post, e-mail us and we’ll let you know.

4. Think Before You Post. Everything you post on IHadCancer is secure, but it is up to you to monitor how much or how little information you are sharing about yourself and your experience. Please don’t share personal or identifiable information like your mailing address or your full name and don’t share other member’s information.

5. If You See Something, Say Something. We work hard to make sure these guidelines are followed closely but if you see something that doesn’t’ feel right to you, please let us know. We review every report we receive and will take anything you say to heart. We promise.

6. Be Open. Welcome newcomers and help guide them through this journey based on your own experience. Whether you are a survivor, fighter, caregiver or supporter, you have valuable information that can very well help someone else who is just beginning the cancer journey. Be open to sharing experiences and give someone else the gift of your time.

Thanks for being a part of our community. It’s up to all of us to ensure that IHadCancer remains a place for us all to call home when dealing with the ups and downs of a cancer diagnosis.

Leanne-60261's picture
Leanne-60261 Connect

Survivor: Breast Cancer

Dear Cancer ...you really do suck. You not only hit me once but you had to hit me again. Thankfully it was not as devastating as the first time. I did not have to endure Chemo again thank God. The first time was enough. Even though I was good for 16 years ...and this 2nd time, I am 5 years out...I still live with the scares left behind. Inside and out. I also have lost family members and friends because of you. But I have gained friends too for the same reason. I was put in a group that normally, I would never ever think of if I had never been touched by you. But in a way, I am thankful to be able to help others in anyway possible. Why I am still here ...I can't answer that question. But I am and I have survived you so far. Will you come back again? Maybe, but only God can answer that question. Me I hope the hell not. I pray for the day that they find a cure for all cancers!!

Comments

Top