Finding a New Outlook on LifeThis might sound like a stupid question. However, it occurred to me this week that it isn’t. I have found that having...reactionscomments
Returning to Work After CancerTo each of us, work has a different meaning. It may provide an identity, self-esteem, financial security, health coverage, and fulfillment. I...reactions3comments
Self-Care for the Cancer PatientCancer as a chronic illness places new demands on patients and families to manage their own care. Self-care includes managing the medical...reactions12comments
The Value of Being a Peer MentorExperiencing and living through a cancer diagnosis involves taking charge in an overwhelming environment of tests, treatments and physician visits. As a...reactions7comments
Insomnia in Cancer SurvivorsInsomnia is a common sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep, hard to stay asleep or cause you to...reactionscomments
Helpful Things To Do For a Cancer PatientA while ago a friend asked what was the nicest thing that someone had done for me when I was diagnosed with...reactions4comments
Cancer-Related Fatigue Can Be IncapacitatingEveryone gets tired and usually, a good night’s sleep will solve the problem. However, fatigue is a daily lack of energy, excessive...reactions4comments
Getting Involved During Blood Cancer Awareness Month & BeyondNearly 1.3 million people in the U.S are living with or in remission from leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma. Blood cancers are the...reactions1comment
Simple Things in Life Can Make a DifferenceThe objects that we encounter every day can remind us that the simplest things in life can make a big difference. The...reactionscomments
Do You Have a Survivorship Care Plan?Fortunately, the number of cancer survivors are increasing. However, cancer treatments are not without consequence and survivors must deal with the long-term...reactionscomments
An Unexpected HospitalizationAfter ten months of a “watch and wait” approach for non-Hodgkin lymphoma, I was faced with enlarging lymph nodes, which were threatening...reactionscomments
Role Reversal: After My Cancer, Becoming a CaregiverLast fall, I found myself as both a cancer survivor of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and caregiver. My husband became critically ill and was...reactionscomments
Deciding if a Support Group is Right for YouCancer patients often experience significant distress and can have a reduced quality of life. Cancer support groups involve the provision of emotional...reactionscomments
Managing My Compromised Immune SystemCancer patients may be susceptible to infections from their disease and from the treatment, which can destroy white blood cells (WBC). Our...reactions12comments
The Benefits of Leaving the HouseGetting out of the house on most days of the week may help older adults live longer according to a recent study...reactions6comments
Safety Tips for Traveling During ChemotherapyCancer patients try to maintain normalcy while receiving chemotherapy and other treatments. By using simple, plan-ahead strategies you can enjoy a vacation...reactions2comments
Staying Positive In Spite of a Cancer DiagnosisLiving with cancer can be a difficult situation. Emotions can fluctuate from moment to moment. I recently learned of an interesting concept...reactions25comments
Strategies to Reduce Mental CloudingChemo brain commonly involves cognitive changes including a reduction in short term memory, speed of information processing, and a limited ability to...reactions3comments
How to Tell a Loved One That You Have CancerHaving a cancer diagnosis can be an overwhelming and fearful experience. I remember not wanting to talk about it to anyone. My...reactionscomments
Making the Most of Your Oncology VisitIt is normal to be anxious, fearful, and angry when a cancer diagnosis is suspected. I can remember how scared I felt...reactions4comments
