First Chemo MemoryI am ready. I grab my bag, stuffed full of books, warm socks, lip balm, nausea pops, good luck charms, and a...reactions11comments
Taking ActionIn my family, three people have gotten cancer. First, it was my mother. For her, it started with cervical cancer which was...reactions7comments
A Strategy to Handle the Uncertainty of the Future of a Cancer SurvivorWe are motivated to find meaning in our lives. This is especially true in the aftermath of a cancer diagnosis. I can...reactions10comments
The Joy of the Cancer NerdI have a confession to make: I’m a big nerd. Specifically, I’m a big cancer nerd. I could go by other names...reactions7comments
Not Your FaultI recently read a post by one of our members. It seems her family, and in particular, her parents implied that it...reactions4comments
Staying Positive, Being HonestAs I think back upon all the things people have said to me since my diagnosis, ‘Stay positive!’ is one of the...reactions8comments
Chemo Brain is RealWhen it comes to long term side effects, one of the most prominent term I hear the most is chemo brain. After...reactions3comments
Improved Tennis Game: Unexpected Benefit of Light Therapy for Skin (Part 2)There was good news and bad news when they went from using one arm to two in the procedure called ECP, or...reactions3comments
The Cancer TornadoSaturday, April 24. 1993, Catoosa, Oklahoma, was hit by a deadly tornado. Catoosa is my second hometown. I started teaching for Catoosa...reactions7comments
The Biopsy Experience for Blood Cancer DiagnosisDepending on a patient’s symptoms or abnormal lab values, the physician may consider a biopsy in order to examine the cells and...reactions4comments
From Rare to CommonTreatment for multiple myeloma has come a very long way! It was a little over ten years that this rare condition was...reactionscomments
Pamela Won't Let PV Define HerI first met Pamela, age 64, when we worked together starting about 30 years ago. Long after we had both moved on...reactions2comments
A Dose of LaughterLiving with a chronic health condition can take a toll on your mental health. Life often seems full of the things you...reactions1comment
'Alphabet Soup': Explaining ECP for GVHD of the Skin (Part 1)When I tell people that I had four stem cell transplants, I have to start with the basics if they don’t know...reactions3comments
The Social of it AllHere we are at full speed of everything surrounding us. In our particular case, it's cancer, emotions, and technology. Yes, technology because...reactions7comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United...reactions2comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactionscomments
Surfing The Emotional Waves Of Cancer and Your Angry RaccoonCancer is such a mercurial illness. One day, things could be looking great, and the next, the entire diagnosis could change. It’s...reactions18comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this...reactionscomments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show...reactions1comment
