AYACan.cancer

We are a peer-led national charity advocating for adolescents and young adults (AYA) who have received a cancer diagnosis under 40.

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#AYAcsm #ayaware #ayacancer

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Our next addition is Haydn!
As a dedicated law student, Haydn brings a unique blend of legal expertise and firsthand experience with the transformative power of precision medicine. Haydn has a deep understanding of the profound impact that personalized healthcare can have on

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#ayacancer #ayaware #ayacancerawareness #yacancer

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We are thrilled to introduce the newest addition to our board - Dylan! 🌟

Dylan is a professional health advocate, public speaker, and three time cancer survivor. We are confident that his expertise will be invaluable as we continue to grow.
Join us in welcoming Dylan! #ayacsm

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

AYA Awareness Week is here! 💙🧠

Throughout this week, we will be shedding light on the unique challenges and experiences faced by Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs). Stay tuned as we share enlightening facts, stories, and resources! #ayacsm #ayacancer #ayaware

[Sevtap Savas, PhD (she/her) @savaslab]

some cancers are increasing in young folks

please do not dismiss your symptoms (or get dismissed) just because of your age

Advocate for yourself. Get care. Learn why you have the symptoms. And whether it is a sign of cancer.

Early detection can save lives

#Cancer

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

Every donation counts! Your support on this Giving Tuesday will help us build a community where AYAs with cancer can find resources and connection. Let's make their journey a little brighter. Donate now and be a part of the change! #GivingTuesday #ayacsm #ayacancer

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@EK_Drake @tambreleighn @cancergirl730 For me, I was ready after I processed my baggage with therapy. It takes time and work to go through it. Many folks move on with their lives after but I feel a need and purpose to continue advocating. #ayacsm

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Q3: What do you find the most rewarding about your advocacy efforts? #AYACSM

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Q4: Do you think your advocacy efforts would be amplified if you were a part of a group or organization? #AYACSM

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@EK_Drake @cancergirl730 This helps drive AYA can as we are all patients leading this organization! ❤️

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@savaslab Yes i thinking turning the language to be chronic and not a death sentence will help over time. #ayacsm

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Q2: What methods or approaches do you use to carry out your advocacy efforts? What have you found to be most effective? #AYACSM

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@savaslab We have more difficulty with local media being a national organization. It’s never anyone’s issue🤷🏻‍♀️. #ayacsm

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

We’re helping to disseminate a survey that will help set research priorities for AYAs in Canada! Please fill it out & share! https://t.co/HdEgW4CzMB #AYACSM

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@nmaseja Thanks For joining! #ayacsm

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Let’s start off with introductions – What is your name? Where are you based? Why are you here? Tell us a bit about yourself! Tweet #AYACSM if you’re only here to listen.

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@cancergirl730 Oh wow that is very different than in Canada! Thanks for sharing! #ayacsm

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Q1: Many of us think that of lobbying or sharing our stories when we hear the word advocacy. What do you consider advocacy? What are your advocacy activities? #AYACSM

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@savaslab Thanks Sevtap! It’s nice that patient engagement is such a hot topic right now and we’re being more included all the time! #ayacsm

[AYACan.cancer @ayacan_cancer]

@cancergirl730 That’s a great way to put it! Sometimes it feels like we aren’t making enough of a difference if we aren’t affecting policy, but there are other ways to make a difference. #ayacsm