b-present

We're a 501(c)3 nonprofit improving the young adult support network because no one with cancer shoul

08/20/2026

Cancer ghosting isn't just painful. The research tells us it's harmful. 💛

2 out of 3 young adults with cancer experience people pulling away after their diagnosis. And the impact isn't just emotional.

Social isolation during treatment is linked to measurable health consequences. Most people who ghost don't mean to. They freeze. They don't know what to do. And in the absence of knowing, they do nothing.

That's the gap b-present exists to close.👇 Check out the first comment for a link to download the free Supporter Roadmap.

08/19/2026

"Week one of chemo. I'm not lifting a finger for anything."

Same. 🙃

Want to help during treatment week but don't know what's most helpful?

Chiara Riga and oncology dietitian Dr. Krystle Zuniga talked about what eating looks like during treatment when getting off the couch likely isn't happening much.

Dr. Z's point: convenience is key. Pre-portioned snacks. Single-serve packs instead of bulk. Grab-and-go combos with a little protein and a little fruit. No prep, no decisions.

So here's your move. Buy the small versions. Stock their fridge, and text them what's in there.

Got a question for Dr. Z? Drop it in the comments.

For guidance specific to you, always loop in your care team.

08/17/2026

Nothing brings out everyone’s inner medical expert quite like a cancer diagnosis. 😅

The diets. The supplements. The miracle treatments. The story about someone’s cousin’s neighbor who “cured” their cancer by doing something you absolutely did not ask about.

Sometimes the most supportive thing you can offer isn’t advice. It’s simply listening, being present, and letting someone navigate their experience on their own terms. 💪

If you're supporting someone, here's the cheat code: ask before you send. "Do you want ideas, or do you want me to just listen?"

08/14/2026

The number one reason people pull away from a friend with cancer is fear of saying the wrong thing. 💛 And we get it. It's scary. The stakes feel high. You don't want to make it worse. But here's what we know: showing up imperfectly is infinitely better than not showing up at all. A stumbled-over text. An awkward hug. An "I don't know what to say but I'm here." All of it counts. All of it matters. The right words are overrated. Your friendship is not.

👇 Comment ROADMAP below and we'll send you the link to download our free Supporter Roadmap, because showing up shouldn't feel impossible.

08/13/2026

When your friend with cancer is having a good day, it may be easy to exhale. To think they've turned a corner. To let the check-ins space out a little more.

But the good days don't erase what's underneath them. The fear, the uncertainty, the grief. It's still there. It just went quiet for a minute. Stay consistent through the good ones too. That's when it matters most.

👇 Check the first comment for a link to our free Supporter Roadmap.

08/12/2026

OH. 🥲

When your oncologist finishes explaining the treatment plan and you’re trying to figure out how something can sound both absolutely terrible and extremely necessary. 😅

Cancer treatment reviews we've heard: 0/10 experience 👎 Very grateful it exists 👍

If you're supporting someone in this stage, they may not have words for it yet. You can just sit in the absurdity with them. Showing up beats saying the right thing every time.

08/11/2026

Stop not inviting your friend with cancer to things because you don't want to make them feel bad about saying no.

We understand where it comes from. You're being thoughtful. You're trying to protect them.

But from their side, it often feels like they've been quietly phased out. Like the group moved on without them. Keep asking. Keep including. Let them decide. That's presence.

👇 Check out the first comment to request your free Supporter Starter Kit, built to help you show up for the long haul.

08/05/2026

Scanxiety really deserves its own diagnosis.

If you've ever spent the days before a scan convincing yourself you somehow already know the results... you're not alone.

And if you're the one waiting with them, refreshing your phone for updates? You know the feeling too.

👇 Tag someone who's mastered the pre-scan spiral.

08/02/2026

Every scan. Every follow-up. Every "so, don't freak out."

Nobody told your nervous system that treatment ended.

Tag the person you call from the parking lot after. 👇

07/31/2026

"Let's get back to the basics."

Board Certified Oncology Dietitian Dr. Krystle Zuniga () joins Chiara Riga () to talk about something so many patients feel during treatment. Food stress.

Nutrition is meant to support you through treatment, not add to what you're already carrying.

Got a question for Dr. Z? Drop it in the comments.

For guidance specific to you, always loop in your care team.

This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Always consult with a licensed and qualified medical provider for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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