My Efforts to Live ConsciouslyWhile non-toxic and organic products and foods have recently become the craze in our society, I have believed that there are benefits to living consciously and being aware of the... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Living With: Podcast Interview with Daniel MalitoDaniel Malito is an advocate on two of Health Union’s communities: RheumatoidArthritis.net and Blood-Cancer.com. I had the opportunity to interview him for the Health Union podcast, Living With. We spoke... By Emily Downward1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Guided MeditationMeditation has been shown to have multiple benefits on a person’s health, both physical and emotional. Regular meditation can help relieve pain, increase positive emotions, and improve memory and concentration... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Day I Shaved My Hair OffOne of the most anticipated experiences when it comes to blood cancer treatment is hair loss. It’s probably the first thing many people associate with cancer. I wasn’t sure how... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Practicing MindfulnessWhen I was originally diagnosed with lymphoma, I knew that if I was going to overcome this adversity I had to do it with mindfulness. It was not the easiest... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
How I Deal with Survivor’s GuiltAs a two-year cancer survivor, I have had the heartbreak of experiencing the loss of fellow cancer patients, including my own grandfather. Since being diagnosed with cancer, loss of life... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Listening to My Body: Understanding Lymphoma SymptomsI want to share the symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma that I noticed prior to my diagnosis with you. Most importantly, I hope this video reminds you to continue to listen... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Living with Cancer-Related FatigueNo matter the type of cancer, there are some common experiences when it comes to symptoms of cancer and side effects of treatment. Fatigue is one of the most common... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Testing a Linguist on Blood Cancer TermsMy good friend Amanda, who I met when I was a source for an article she wrote for Marie Claire joins me today as we discover and educate ourselves on... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hello, My Name is Vinnie CentHi! I'm Vincent Goodwin, aka Vinnie Cent. I am a childhood cancer survivor and advocate for Blood-Cancer.com. I was diagnosed with AML at age 15 and am now celebrating 30... By VinnieCent1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Discussing the Possibility of Relapse with My HusbandWhen relapse and love looms over our lives, its important that we open up with our partners, especially if they weren’t there for the cancer experience, and share with them... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Let's Talk About Mental HealthMental health and physical health are often linked, with one impacting the other. Mental health, in particular, can be difficult to talk about with others, leaving people isolated and without... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Cancer Changed My FaithWhen faced with a life threatening illness, many people have very specific reactions to their faith and how they continue to practice their faith. I wasn’t sure how my beliefs... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Songs That Got Me Through CancerI assume, at some point in your life, you’ve had an anthem. An anthem to a break-up, an anthem to summer love, an anthem to a new job, and if... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
The Ins & Outs of Pulmonary Function TestingOnce 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... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Not to Say to a Cancer PatientWhen someone is diagnosed with cancer, they are already feeling insecure and overwhelmed with heightened emotions. It’s important to consciously try to understand your intent and think about the words... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My Family History with LymphomaWhen I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, I didn’t think I knew anyone that had this cancer let alone someone in my own family. Shortly after I shared the news... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
My Hair Journey Through CancerNavigating how to feel with the possibility of hair loss caused by blood cancer treatment can be quite traumatizing at your initial diagnosis. Our hair is such a big part... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
A Cancer Survivor’s Q&A With Her MomI am so grateful to be this lady’s daughter and to learn from her each other every day. Our struggles and happiness have made us the good-hearted humans that we... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Halloween Costumes to Embrace the Bald!Halloween is around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a Halloween costume! While you can have a lot of fun with all sorts of costumes and wear... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments