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...reactionscomments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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
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...reactions3comments
Nutrition and EatingI was diagnosed on a Tuesday and started chemotherapy on Wednesday, the very next day. We asked the doctor what I should...reactions5comments
Someone I Know has Leukaemia. You Know, the Hard One.This has cropped up before. I think I’ve written about it on this site, or at least mentioned it. I think. My...reactions1comment
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
Battling with LifeI get angry with the language around cancer and have written about it. I’m not fighting or winning or losing or battling...reactions2comments
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?...reactions8comments
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
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...reactions3comments
