Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...reactionscomments
HopeEarly on during my cancer diagnosis and journey, I felt overwhelmed, angry, and worried. In addition, I was out of control and sad. When my second oncologist said my outlook...reactions5comments
Have You Ever Heard Of Survivor's Guilt?Have you ever heard of survivor's guilt? Before I started volunteering for cancer organizations, I could say no, I had never heard the term and I never knew there was...reactions6comments
How Comic Book Heroes Saved Me Through My Cancer TreatmentsSuperheroes are great, aren’t they? With their flashy costumes and exciting story arcs, most of us love to read or watch Superheroes. I never thought one would help me with...reactions20comments
Educate YouI guess after a while you learn to adapt to the challenges, trials, and everything that comes along with blood cancer; however, sometimes those rare instances of awkwardness are frustrating...reactions12comments
Cancer Courage and When It FailsThere's a certain type of courage to facing cancer. It's a very individual experience. Leya Elijah’s article, The Pressure to be Brave, really got me thinking. What is Cancer Courage?...reactions13comments
Acupuncture for NauseaAnticipatory nausea was one of the worst feelings I experienced during cancer treatment. I would usually get sick just at the thought of an upcoming chemo appointment, even days before...reactions6comments
When Cancer Does Not Bring Family CloserWhen I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, I hoped that the disease that was damaging my body would also heal some strained family relationships. I envisioned family members bringing me...reactions30comments
What Was Your Reaction To Being Diagnosed With Cancer?What was your reaction to being diagnosed with cancer? Speaking from one cancer survivor to another, truly, how did you process the news? I know people who have never been...reactions3comments
Prepping For Side EffectsOne of the biggest hurdles I've had to face when told I had multiple myeloma was strong consideration of the side effects, and what they would be.First off, I didn’t...reactions30comments
"Invisible Illness" Never Invisible, Always IllnessInvisible illness. It’s a term that sometimes gets thrown around for certain kinds of blood cancer. Yes, cancer, the big C, the unstoppable force, sometimes gets called an “invisible illness.”...reactions24comments
Blood Cancer and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...reactions4comments
Caregiver Tips (Part 4)In case you missed it, check out Ann's caregiving tips Parts 1, 2, and 3. Caring for someone you love can take a toll. It can be a demanding job...reactions12comments
Leukemia Deaths Spark ReactionsIt’s hard to explain the sinking feeling I get when I hear of someone who has died of “my” disease. Maybe that’s because it’s a combination of reactions: sadness, a...reactions8comments
I Feel Good?Yes, the title is a question. Don’t get me wrong... “Do I continue to have chronic pain?” Yes. “Do I sometimes want to stay in bed because I’m too tired...reactions19comments
Feeling Let Down AgainI'm feeling incredibly frustrated and angry with the fertility consultant I have been seeing. They are the lead consultant so I can’t believe they haven’t done some things that I’ve...reactions4comments
Stories and Experiences of a Cancer CaregiverThe diagnosis of blood cancer affects both the patient and family in numerous ways. My loving husband took terrific care of me during my cancer journey, especially during the chemotherapy...reactions5comments
Rain, Rain Go Away“Into every life a little rain must fall.” How many times have we heard that expression? In some ways, it reminds us that life is not all about unicorns and...reactions8comments
Greetings From A CML AlienI’ll just come out and say it. Sometimes, I feel like an alien. I’m not saying I’m green and have antennas although sometimes I do get “green around the gills,”...reactions19comments
Doing The WorkI was asked the other day, what was the key to doing as well as I am. Excellent question. I hadn’t really thought about it. I feel like I’ve just...reactions5comments