7 unexpected benefits to having an ostomy
The first few years after my stage II colorectal cancer diagnosis were pretty rough. I was in and out of the hospital with infections, chained to the toilet by bowel issues and crippled by social anxiety. This is not how I envisioned my life going at age 32.
I was one of those people who really, REALLY did not want a permanent ostomy. I resisted the idea of getting one for a long time because, in my mind, there was still...
4 ways I'm finding peace of mind during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
When I was undergoing treatment for colorectal cancer about eight years ago, it was really important that I stay away from other people, especially...
Thriving after my colostomy
When people see me they see Allison -- a goofy, outgoing, big-hearted friend, sister and daughter. Not a cancer patient. And that's what I...