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After getting a chemo port inserted, one of the biggest challenges many patients face is sleeping comfortably. Read our guide on tips for sleeping with a port.
- March 28, 2023
- 3 min read
Crystal is a Pancreatic Cancer and Duodenal Cancer survivor. Through patient advocacy, Crystal empowers other warriors who may be going through cancer or another chronic illness. Continue reading to find out more about her cancer diagnosis story, and advice she has for others.
- October 30, 2022
- 3 min read
Our Chest Port Access Blouse collection makes it simple for patients and nurses to have access to any implanted port and perform medical treatment, like chemotherapy and dialysis, with dignity and ease.
- October 20, 2022
- 3 min read
In support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Care+Wear has partnered with Tyler Robinson Foundation (TRF), to create 1,000 custom port access shirts to be donated to children battling cancer across America.
- September 07, 2022
- 3 min read
- 1 Comment
Hil is an active cancer advocate, writer, and mentor. After being diagnosed with Breast Cancer at the age of 28 with no previous family history, she shares important tips that she wishes she had known when she was battling cancer.
- August 22, 2022
- 4 min read
Lorelei shares her personal story of how her Everyday Essentials Hoodie by Oscar de la Renta became her game-day uniform after being diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer.
- February 09, 2022
- 5 min read
New York, NY -- Launch of the new Care+Wear product, the arm access top! Bridging fashion and function while allowing patients to feel like people.
- December 01, 2021
- 1 min read
- 1 Comment
People living with psoriasis go through cycles where their skin is extremely itchy, dry, and irritated. Here are a few steps for managing psoriasis flare-ups.
- July 14, 2021
- 4 min read
- 1 Comment
Koreen was 30-weeks pregnant when she learned that her inflamed breast turned out to be Stage III Breast Cancer. Read how she navigated her chemo journey, plus tips for going through treatment.
- April 28, 2021
- 4 min read
When Alexandra was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of 29, she decided to focus all her effort on her art. Read how she has been using art as a therapeutic outlet throughout her chemo journey.
- April 21, 2021
- 5 min read
You just got the worst news of your life…you have cancer. Now it’s time to pick up the phone and tell your closest friends and family members. Aisha shares how she created a "Code of Cancer" to help break the news.
- March 24, 2021
- 4 min read
- 1 Comment
A cancer diagnosis can be frightening and devastating for anyone, but research has found that cancer is more depressing for men than women. Whether you're a caregiver or just a friend, learn how you can best support a man in your life that is going through cancer.
- March 16, 2021
- 5 min read
Cancer patients often experience harsh side effects from chemotherapy, such as dry, sensitive skin. Here are 6 of the most hydrating chemo creams, all under $30!
- March 05, 2021
- 4 min read
- 6 Comments
- March 02, 2021
- 5 min read
- 18 Comments
From undergoing chemo to getting her eggs frozen, learn how Tamsyn navigated her cancer journey and learned to love her new scars.
- February 22, 2021
- 4 min read
Get the inside scoop on our newest collaboration with Oscar de la Renta, a hoodie designed for treatment, errands, workouts, and everything in-between.
- November 10, 2020
- 4 min read
"Chemo brain," aka cancer-related cognitive impairment, is a common side effect of chemotherapy. Taylor shares how she dealt with chemo brain and provides tips on how to cope.
- October 30, 2020
- 4 min read
- 2 Comments
Tiffany documents her journey of coping with her mom having breast cancer, from the day before she was diagnosed to the last day of her chemo.
- October 16, 2020
- 6 min read
"When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, it drastically changed my wardrobe." Here is Christie's ultimate wardrobe guide for common breast cancer treatments, surgeries and procedures.
- August 03, 2020
- 5 min read
- 7 Comments
"I would always say ‘I’m fine’ I would put on a brave face for my friends and family, but I wish I had told them. We interviewed 21-year-old college student Thomas about his battle with cancer. Midway through his cycles, he learned that he was going to need an additional two months of radiotherapy and surgery to remove the tumor.
- July 10, 2020
- 3 min read
- 1 Comment