Getting a Good Nights Sleep
Is getting enough sleep an issue for you? It is for me. At night, the distractions of the day aren’t …
Living
The Chemo Diet
My family and I went to a restaurant this evening as we so often do. It is difficult to eat …
What It’s Like to Have a Slow-Growing Cancer
Recently, a writer friend posted to social media, asking for help with an article. She has a chronic illness, one …
Neuropathy Is a Real Pain (Part 1)
Let’s say that somebody asks, “How are you today?” And let’s say that you’re being honest and you reply, “My …
Ron’s Wedding
A wedding… really? This blog is not exactly about a wedding, although it is inspired by the wedding of one …
Firsts
I remember when my first son was born, I kept track of all his firsts, his first smile, first words, …
Blood Cancer & Sexual Health
I’d like to introduce myself to the community. My name is Nick Myers and I have a PhD in Human …
Oh My Aching Bones…
What the…!!! How can I be in remission with ridiculous bone pain?!! What now is happening in my life?! Shocking …
Turning 10…Again!
Celebrating life’s milestones is part of our DNA. When walking down the card aisle in any drug store, the variety …
Why Physician Bedside Manner Matters
Recently a friend asked me what she should look for in choosing an oncologist. She had a positive biopsy and …
The Not So Subtle Art of Saying No
When I do my monthly lab work, I must go to my doctor’s office and they draw blood from my …
My Little Brother Became a Daddy
My brother and I are only 13 months apart. My mother says it was a bit like having twins, but …
One in a Million
I’m one in a million. Well…not exactly “one in a million.” I have polycythemia vera (PV) which is considered a …
June Is Cancer Immunotherapy Month
June is the 7th Annual Cancer Immunotherapy Month hosted by the Cancer Research Institute. This month celebrates the promise of …
Thankful
I sometimes think of how Leuk has changed my life. He’s certainly made me appreciate it more. Time spent as …
The Healing Powers of Humor
I must start off by assuring the reader that when I say humor has healing powers, I do not suggest …
National Cancer Survivors Day: What is a Survivor?
Survivor. Warrior. Living with cancer. Living in spite of cancer. Everyone has a unique way of talking about their experience …
Get Cancer, Meet Interesting People
In my thirty-some-odd years of medical adventures, I have met more than my share of characters. Any of you who …
So Many Signs, So Much Worry
If you have had two kinds of cancer, you get to worry about two sets of signs that could be …
World Blood Cancer Day 2019
May 28 is World Blood Cancer Day! This day seeks to raise awareness about blood cancers and to show support …