Words of Wisdom?Journey. Battle. Fight. Warrior. War. Purpose. Survivor. Test. Beast, which is my personal favorite. The list of words used to describe our cancer experience is endless. I’m ok with all... By Matt Goldman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
After Treatment, Figuring Out My New Healthcare RoutineAfter completing my chemotherapy, I was uncertain as to who I should see for routine health care. Routine healthcare includes annual checkups, medical tests, immunizations, and occasional sick visits. My... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Thankful for Cancer? Not YetI had a friend call me about 3 months into the start of my chemotherapy treatment to catch up and see how treatment was going. During this conversation, he started... By Crystal Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Making a Friend in Clinic for the First TimeThis month has been full of firsts for me! Feeling good on a chemotherapy, worrying about blood test results, and, making a friend in my clinic! I have been going... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
I Take Opioids, So I’m Obviously A Drug Dealer (Call Me)It’s time to talk about pain. Ugh, yeah, I said it. That four-letter word that we all despise that can make everything so much more, well, everything. Even though it... By Daniel Malito5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
A To-Do List May Help You Fall AsleepAs cancer survivors, many of us have experienced fatigue. I have also experienced insomnia, or difficulty falling asleep. A good night’s sleep is important to promote rest and help allow... By Carole McCue3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
QuackeryOkay let me start off by saying, I’ve met many people over the past 9 or so years that have meant well; however, their delivery was a bit questionable, to... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reflecting Back on SeptemberIt happens every September. I don’t think I was really aware of it until I became involved with a charity over here called Bloodwise (formally Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research). This... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Follicular Lymphoma: Strange GuiltPeople who know me have heard me say this a lot: cancer is an emotional disease as much as it is a physical disease. For me, one of the emotions... By Bob McEachern2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Online Dating in the Cancer AgeSo, as many of you know, I’m single now, and sort-of, kind-of, searching for a new relationship. I’m not going at it full steam, but I’m not kickin’ the idea... By Daniel Malito5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
As a Cancer Survivor, Can I Make Plans for the Future?We have experienced many challenges in our “battle” to deal with cancer. So, what is next as a cancer survivor? I personally try to enjoy all of life’s moments. Still... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
After Buildup, Stem Cell Transplant AnticlimacticIt is natural for leukemia patients to worry about an upcoming stem cell transplant. I worried plenty. The whole concept was momentous and mysterious. A lot of excitement surrounded the... By Ronni Gordon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Fighting Duvet Days Instead of Allowing ThemI rarely feel like an ill person. Well, unless I have a cold but that only happens once or twice a year. And I think it’s good to get a... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Running Away from CancerI have never loved running. In fact I’ve always dreaded it. For the longest time, a run consisted of slowly jogging a mile or, if I was feeling really ambitious... By Crystal Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Dental Health While Undergoing ChemotherapyDid you know that chemotherapy can affect your dental health? I only now realized the impact of chemotherapy on the health of my teeth. During a routine dental check-up, a... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Finding Financial Assistance for Cancer PatientsThe rising cost of cancer drugs and care often imposes a significant financial burden on cancer patients and their families. Even for those with sufficient insurance coverage, the cost of... By Carole McCue3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Better Living Through Modern Chemo-stryAlmost everyone in the world has heard that word, “chemo.” Even if you don’t know anyone with cancer, have never had cancer yourself, have never heard tales of cancer patients... By Daniel Malito5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Join us on Instagram!Did you know that you can find the Blood-Cancer.com community on Instagram? We're excited to continue sharing the same great information about living with and caring for loved ones with... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 non-Hodgkin follicular lymphoma changed my perception of life... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Challenging Age to Have CancerLooking back on my experiences I was privileged as a cancer patient. Being diagnosed with AML at 15 was only relatively challenging in the moment, and it all seems trivial... By VinnieCent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments