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The Superhero Oncologist Who Saved My Friend From CancerA woman explains how her close friend achieved remission from stage 4 lung cancer after being treated by Dr. Bret Friday – a superhero in her book.
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When a Lung Cancer Diagnosis Brings About a New MissionAfter receiving an advanced non-small cell lung cancer diagnosis, a competitive runner and cyclist began running toward a new goal: becoming a lung cancer advocate.
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From Existential Crisis to Existential Growth After CancerI used my tools as a psychotherapist after being faced with my own cancer diagnosis.
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Don't Let a Good Doctor Go: My Pediatrician Helped Guide Me Through CancerI sent all my cancer scans to my pediatrician, who combined the power of science with the power of belief and helped me through the difficult time.
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Blue Sky HighA survivor with a nearly 10-year journey with lung cancer and ongoing treatment writes a poem about the emotional ups and downs of living with cancer.
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Lorbrena Shows Longest Progression-Free Survival in Advanced NSCLCLorbrena demonstrated longer progression-free survival and improved time to intracranial progression, compared with Xalkori in ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer.
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Oncologic Care With Great Compassion and ProfessionalismA patient nominates her oncology nurse, who stood by her side when receiving chemotherapy for nearly a year.
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3 Mindset Hacks That Can Keep Women Facing Breast Cancer Calm and HappyLooking to change your mindset when facing down breast cancer? Here are 3 hacks to keep you calm and happy.
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An Amazing Human, Accomplished Surgeon and Humble Lung Cancer HeroA lung cancer survivor explains how Dr. Brendon Stiles is an asset to the lung cancer community. "He is such an accomplished thoracic surgeon, but he is so humble and generous with his time."
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After a Horrible Experience With a Prescribed Drug Taper, I Decided to Wean Off Prednisone MyselfI’d become an eating machine with a loathsome attitude on prednisone, so I decided to conduct my own taper of the drug.
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A Passionate Patient Advocate for Those With CancerCandise Jordan, FNP-BC, AONP, always knew that she was going to be a hematology/oncology nurse pratitioner.
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Future Outlook of Kidney Cancer TreatmentExpert oncologists offer closing thoughts on emerging therapeutic strategies, unmet needs, and the future of kidney cancer treatment.
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‘Special Kind of Person to Be an Oncology Nurse’One colleague describes her fellow nurse as someone who puts patients at ease during treatment.
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The Impact of the Oncology Nurse Navigator on the Lives of Patient and CaregiverJill May, B.S.N., RN, OCN, shows her commitment to her patients and their caregivers through acts of kindness and compassion — especially during tough times.
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Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: The Invisible Side EffectAlthough there is little relief available to cancer survivors experiencing neuropathy, hope may be on the horizon.
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Making the Most of Life Despite Having Stage 4 CholangiocarcinomaEven though I will never be cancer-free from cholangiocarcinoma, I’m ready to face the next chapter in my life and make the most of it.
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A Poem: My Colon Cancer RemixI hope my poem — which outlines my experience being diagnosed with colon cancer — brings light to someone’s day.
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My Left Breast Cries No MoreMy right breast took the brunt but my left breast cried for years.
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Keytruda Plus Chemo May Improve Penile Cancer OutcomesKeytruda plus platinum-based chemotherapy appeared to be safe and effective in treating penile squamous cell carcinoma.
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We Are All Unique in Our Experiences With CancerAs a health care provider who specializes in lymphedema, I had a unique perspective when I was diagnosed with cancer.
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Cancer and Ostomies: A World Ostomy Day PerspectiveA bladder cancer survivor discusses the importance of World Ostomy Day and shares her own ostomy story.
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I Need to Get Out of the Cancer WormholeI frequently relive the day I was diagnosed with cancer and realized that I may need to limit my exposure to other people’s cancer battles.
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The Unexpected Joy of CancerMy colon cancer diagnosis significantly dwarfed all my other problems.
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Leading By Example in Oncology NursingLauren orchestrated a heartwarming Christmas reunion for an admitted mother undergoing a stem cell transplant, ensuring she could share the holiday with her children.
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What Women Need to Know About a Breast Cancer Diagnosis During COVID-19A breast surgical oncologist at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center notes that while breast cancer screening can be delayed a few months, it should not be skipped altogether.
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In the Mist of My Fear: Experiences With MDSA patient with MDS writes about facing fears during the treatment journey.
