Cancer Convos with Grace B.

Cancer Convos with Grace B. We are having conversations! Cancer Convos with Grace B.

is demystifying the cancer disease by eliminating stigma, sharing valid information, and hosting healthcare professionals and stakeholders who share their evidence-based insights.

09/02/2026

🙄 Men don't like to talk about health and it is why Cancer Convos with Grace B. is changing this as one who has lost dear uncles and friends to prostate cancer.

🗣️ September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and so you know, we are an ally for all cancers because ALL cancers matter.

While having several discussions with cancer experts, stakeholders, brothers and friends, we see that many men do not know what to look out for if there is a prostate problem.

: The main symptoms are:

➡️ difficulty in starting urination
➡️ pain in the back, hips, and pelvis.

💙 Prostate cancer occurs when the cells in the prostate gland grow uncontrollably. In young men, it is the size of a walnut, however, it grows much larger as men age and now termed as an enlarged prostate.

💙 Urologists recommend a baseline screening in the early 40’s. This value gives a lot of information about a man’s risk of ever developing life-threatening prostate cancer. The baseline screening results and other risk factors can be used to determine how often testing is needed after that.

💙 Prostate cancer is the second most common form of deadly cancer among men.

There are men who want other men to know it's OK to talk about the issues they face and openly discuss the problems that come with prostate cancer.
My brothers Robert Ginyard and Mark A Harris are doing a fantastic job. The pre-surgery fears, the aftermath of the procedure to remove the prostate, the impact it had or not on their s*x lives, relationships, and so much more.

💙 The fear and stigma surrounding the disease often keep men from getting tested or properly discussing side effects.

📌 Our mission is to bring awareness to this type of cancer. Most of the complications that men are worried about are real, and discourages them from even getting screened or tested for prostate cancer because they're so worried about how debilitating treatment can be.

🗣️ It is why we deem it fit to normalize these convos and be a part of communities that normalize these conversations.

: Women. Urge the men in your lives to get a PSA test.

✅ See a urologist ASAP.
✅ Get PSA tests and DRE exams done.
✅ Check for lumps and bumps frequently while in the shower.
✅ Do not wait until there is a problem. Check PSA levels periodically.

Above are pertinent words of advice from our close brothers and friends who have been diagnosed and are raising awareness.

Black brothers, you are already at-risk. Do be wise.



Hey Fam.....September is LOADED. Please share widely and make sure to carry out all necessary scans, PSAs (prostate), an...
09/01/2026

Hey Fam...
..September is LOADED.

Please share widely and make sure to carry out all necessary scans, PSAs (prostate), and blood tests as preventative measures against any cancers developing or becoming too advanced to be managed.

Early detection is key to survival.

📌 Blood Cancer Awareness Month
📌 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
📌 Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
📌 Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
📌 Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month





08/31/2026

Hey Fam👋..
.liver health does not always get the attention it deserves because early liver disease is silent. You can feel perfectly fine while your liver works overtime, which is not good.

Keep these three factors in mind as you look out for yourself and each other.

🍺 Alcohol. Our liver processes all the alcohol we consume. Excessive intake damages liver cells, increases cancer risk, and leads to long‑term disease. The U.S. Surgeon General recently highlighted that even light to moderate drinking raises cancer risk. Alcohol is a major cause of fatty liver disease.

🍲 Weight, Nutrition. Extra weight around the abdomen may lead to liver disease. Small changes can make a difference though as losing even 5% of body weight can improve liver health. Cutting out added sugars and unhealthy fats, choosing whole foods, and staying active can have a leading to positive changes.

💉Blood Testing and Monitoring. Early liver disease often presents no symptoms, so a simple blood test can help catch issues early. Certain tests can also help monitor how pain relievers and antibiotics affect the liver.

Routine testing is a powerful way to advocate for your health and to start asking your doctor questions.

Let us be healthy, wealthy, and wise.

💜



08/31/2026

NCI joins the cancer community in mourning Dr. Harold P. Freeman (1933-2026), a pioneer who dedicated his career to ensuring that everyone could benefit from advances in cancer care.

In 1990, Dr. Freeman established the nation’s first patient navigation program in Harlem, helping people overcome barriers to timely cancer diagnosis and treatment. He later became the founding director of NCI’s Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities, a critical area of NCI research today.

His work helped change cancer care—and his belief that progress must reach everyone continues to inspire our mission today.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and the many people touched by his extraordinary life and work.

Hey Fam, If you or a loved one is navigating cancer treatment right now, please read on. Missing appointments because th...
08/29/2026

Hey Fam,

If you or a loved one is navigating cancer treatment right now, please read on.

Missing appointments because there's no car, skipping meals because money is tight, worrying about housing while trying to focus on healing, are real and serious barriers to getting the care that you need. After the tears, you need to be practical and start asking questions about next steps.

If you are on Medicaid, call them and ask them to explain...

✔️ your Medicaid plan
✔️ having a Care Manager
✔️ having a Social Worker (if you want)
✔️ Medicaid transportation
✔️ meals

Many states offer these services which you may already qualify for but you must be aware that availability varies from state to state.

Also, connect with a cancer advocacy organization like American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network - ACS CAN that has far-reaching spread nationally.
The Hope Lodge / American Cancer Society is well known for accommodating cancer patients and their caregivers for duration of cancer treatment.

Just ask. Asking for help is strength and not weakness.


08/27/2026

Hey Fam! 👋
Our actions play a significant role in stimulating our body's natural mechanisms for good health. It's incredible how our bodies thrive when given the right care and a roadmap to a healthier, happier life!
It's still National Wellness Month! 🌱



08/25/2026

Thank you so much for gracing us with your music, wit, beauty, humor, laughter, kindness, generosity, and most of all, your love of God.

You have done so much for breast cancer research and your advocacy has been truly sterling.

May you travel well, as you ascend to meet your Creator, Dolly Parton.

You were a true humanitarian and lover of mankind.

🩷🩷🩷

08/25/2026

Did you know that about 105,000 qualified candidates are waiting for a transplant in the USA everyday? 🤔

August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month and in case you missed it, our inspiring guest, Robert Chelsea is the 1st and oldest black man in the world to receive a full face transplant. He had his face severely disfigured in a car crash accident. A face transplant was set to change his life in a massive way and it took his medical team several years to get the exact match of his skin color for that to happen.

Cancer Convos with Grace B. is collaborating and helping to raise awareness about organ donation in minority communities especially, to mark National Minority Donor Awareness Month.

To watch the full episode and listen to the inspiring story of Robert Chelsea who we cannot cease to be in awe of, do click on the link below.

Robert is paying his experience forward in an important and impactful way with his Robert Chelsea Foundation which is raising awareness about donating organs, limbs, bone marrow, and tissue.
Organ donation saves lives, improves health, reduces long-term medical costs, helps medical research, and leaves a lasting positive impact on humanity but how many of us tick the box when they come across it?
So, Fam, if you have not given it a thought, next time you see that box about organ donation for research, give it a tick. ✅️

Thank you for all that you do, Robert. 💜

08/22/2026

Hey Fam! 👋

Let us discuss lymphatic drainage.

If you have had lymph nodes removed or radiation to your chest read this.

After treatment, the body does not drain fluid the way it used to and that can show up as swelling, tightness, or a heavy feeling in the arm or chest.

In my case, I manage lymphedema in my arm because the lymph nodes were removed in my armpit. It is why I indulge in manual lymphatic drainage to:

➡️ encourage fluid movement where normal lymph pathways are disrupted
➡️ ease tight muscles
➡️ improve range of motion in my arm and shoulder
💜 give me overall relief and lightness

Look for a certified lymphedema therapist for optimum benefits.

If you notice a new swelling, redness, or heaviness, please inform your care team first because sometimes your body is trying to tell you something bigger.

If you have tried manual lymphatic drainage, we would like to read about your experience.


We almost forgot to pat ourselves on the back for what we do which is to speak on behalf of cancer patients, survivors, ...
08/19/2026

We almost forgot to pat ourselves on the back for what we do which is to speak on behalf of cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and our communities with our elected leaders.

Today is Patient Advocacy Day! 💙💜

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network - ACS CAN American Cancer Society American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of New York (ACSCAN)





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