The Letters Of CancerWell, we’ve passed the introductions, and now you know me and I know all of you. So, can I borrow some money? Ha ha, I’m kidding. (I’m not kidding). So... By Daniel Malito5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
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 aspects of the illness, managing life roles, and... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Being Slim: Not That I See ItEditor's Note: The following article mentions details surrounding the author’s experiences with dieting and body image, which may be upsetting for some readers. The plus of cancer is that I... By Katie R3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
A Little Word Can Dampen Your MoodThe other day I went into a checkup feeling fine and went out feeling anxious, and all because of one innocuous word that the doctor said. The word? Still. She... By Ronni Gordon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
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 cancer patient, one needs to learn how to... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Forgetting About CML Awareness DayWell. I’m a rubbish CML-er. 100% failed at CML day and saying anything about it on social media or doing anything specific on the day. It was by chance I... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Don't Sweat It, or Do!When I returned to work after chemo, I couldn’t wait to build my strength back up. I was determined to get back in the gym and get in great shape... By Crystal Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Cancer, Community, and Buffalo ChickenOn the night of my 40th birthday, my wife took me out for a beer and a sandwich. That was 11 years ago. I’ve felt like crap ever since. We... By Bob McEachern2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The UK's NHS Turned 70I know in the UK we are very lucky to have the NHS. It saves lives that would be unsavable if the payment system was different. It’s funded by the... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Benefits of Physical Rehabilitation for a Person with Cancer (Part 1)Hearing the dreaded diagnosis of cancer is something no one wishes to hear. Many questions come along with it… What kind? How bad? How long do I have? What do... By Christina Hegarty2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Survivorship PlansBefore I begin, I need to make it clear that I am by no means an expert on survivorship plans. In fact, even though I subscribe to email updates from... By Matt Goldman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The Tortoise and the RaceAre you familiar with the story of the tortoise that took forever to get to its destination, as he was challenged by the surefire hare? The hare was busy napping... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 wake up too early and not able to... By Carole McCue2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Good News! It’s Lymphoma.Helloooooooooo Blood-Cancer.com! Can you hear me in the back? Good. So, I am Daniel P. Malito, author, columnist, and raconteur. I am new to the site, and this is my... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Back in the BurgI love Edinburgh it makes my soul happy in a calm way. I spent 4 years here. I say here as I’ve been back for a wedding this weekend. It... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Downside of the Internet: Unwanted AdviceI have my own style of using social media - as we all do, I suppose. Since my diagnosis, it’s definitely become a place of ‘brain vomit’ for me. Or... By Katie R2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 cancer and undergoing chemotherapy. I immediately knew the... By Carole McCue3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Chemo and Teeth: Not a Pretty PictureFor many people, losing a chip off their tooth is at most an annoyance. But for me, it is a big deal. When it happened the other day, a feeling... By Ronni Gordon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Throwing Caution to the WindOne of the challenges for a multiple myeloma patient (or any blood cancer for that matter) is the giant question mark that hangs over our head. For myeloma patients, we... By Matt Goldman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
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 whole-body tiredness not relieved by sleep. This is... By Carole McCue3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments