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You may have recently learned that you, or someone you love, have been diagnosed with cancer called chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). You may have been...

Editor's Note: The following article mentions details surrounding the author’s experiences with body image, which may be upsetting for some readers. When I was in my finals year at Uni...

The past year was busy for me in regards to gaining recognition in the myeloma community. As I move forward as a patient advocate, I’m learning some very important details...

There are pros and cons of blogging in a community with people who have, or have had, the same or similar illnesses. The good part is the sense of solidarity...

I can find Christmas a bit challenging, and I know I’m not the only one to feel that way. The last few Christmases have been hindered and made very difficult...

After three years since my first treatment for follicular lymphoma, my doctor and I recently decided it’s time for retreatment. I had a full response to Rituxin monotherapy in December...

Okay, I’m hoping to put a spotlight on that elephant in the room that most people don’t discuss. You know, those times when you may seem like the most unpleasant...

Well, what a year it has been! Sitting here now at the end of December, I can’t quite believe it is what it is. And how much has happened. And...

Navigating life with blood cancer can be challenging, especially when you have other co-occurring (also sometimes called comorbid) conditions. Some of these conditions may include issues like hypertension, arthritis, or...

Diagnosing cancer can be a long and unforgiving journey, and for me, it was lengthier than most.  I had a three-month adventure that took me winding through a Candyland map...

I am a self-proclaimed science geek.  I love learning about all things related to science. Prior to my cancer-induced retirement, I was a fifth-grade science and math teacher. I adored...

When I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, I had never heard of it.  As the doctor gave me the diagnosis, all I heard was incurable, broken bones, blood cancer and...

Once you are diagnosed with blood cancer, you will likely to need to go through a series of tests to make sure that your body can withstand the harsh chemicals...

After a wonderful time at the shore on vacation, I pondered the recent events that occurred in my life. Over the last few weeks, a new nephew was born, my...

When I was first diagnosed, I was hit with a whole range of emotions.  Like a giant wave, I was taken over by anger, depression, fear, shock and even relief...

Having a diagnosis of blood cancer, makes one begin to question priorities, life choices and future actions. What do I want to accomplish as a cancer survivor? I recently found...

When I first received the news that I had leukemia I didn’t want to tell anyone. I told my family of course, but not my friends. I was worried they...

‘Tis the season to be jolly. You hear it everywhere. You’re supposed to be jolly, because the song says it’s the season for it. You’re supposed to buy the perfect...

2 week’s later and I’m still paying for having a weekend full of fun. Even though I’ve had multiple 10 hour sleeps and a 13-hour sleep. It’s ridiculous. I'm functioning...

When I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, I knew that it was a life-changing diagnosis. The word cancer strikes fear into your heart like nothing else. The thing I didn’t...