Breast cancer survivors' efforts to renew and preserve their health in Taiwan.

AIMS

This study was designed to describe the personal life experiences of breast cancer survivors regarding their efforts to recover and preserve their health in Taiwan.

METHOD

The study utilized a qualitative research method, wherein purposive sampling, one-on-one, face-to-face, in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted. The data were then analyzed using content analysis. Data were saturated after interviewing 15 cancer survivors.

RESULTS

Three common themes emerged: introspection on the cause of the cancer, realization of a harmonized lifestyle, and reflecting on the strong will to survive.

CONCLUSIONS

These findings are helpful in understanding the relationship between breast cancer survival and individual efforts to restore and preserve health.