Authors

Carrie Williams, M.S.N./Ed, RN, was the nurse who gave me my introduction into the world of chemotherapy treatment.

Michael Urban

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Using Group Therapy as a Learning Experience for Patients With Cancer

A patient with cancer recalls his experience with group therapy started by a nurse that helped him learn more not only from her but from others in similar situations.

Elizabeth Frank

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More Than Just a Colleague: An Inspiring Individual Fighting for Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer

A woman with breast cancer honors a colleague for her inspirational work to better the lives of patients with metastatic breast cancer, mentor others and inspire meaningful change.

Beth Thompson

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What Can Happen if You Let Your Guard Down to Cancer

A woman describes the day she was diagnosed with breast cancer, which flipped her life upside down.

Dr. Gray Jodon

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Nurses Leading the Way in Cancer Care

a year ago

Emily Armstrong, Rose Sawyer and Ruth Cummings, oncology nurses, are recognized for their dedication, expertise and patient advocacy at Denver Health.

Mike Hennessy Jr.

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Sharing Stories of Survivorship

3 months ago

This issue of CURE highlights personal stories and expert insights, from living with multiple diagnoses to self-advocacy, nutrition and survivorship care.

Angela Pinkins

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Dear Cancer, I Know Your Name

a year ago

I wrote this letter to cancer because my brother died too early.

Terry Gillespie

Terry Gillespie is a lung cancer survivor and patient advocate.

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Lung Cancer Survivor Shares What She Wishes She’d Known Sooner

5 months ago

Terry Gillespie said the hardest parts of her cancer journey were the isolation, the impact of chemotherapy, and how unprepared she felt.

Melissa Pantel-Ku

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The Meaning of Mindfulness During Cancer

When mindfulness was first recommended when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004, I scoffed. But now, years later, I know how important a tool it can be.

Timothy J. Barry

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Guiding the Way for Patients With Lung Cancer: 'He Is my Hero'

A lung cancer survivor shares a heartfelt tribute to Dr. Abraham Chachoua, who changed his life.

Karen Poland

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Facing the Unique Challenges of Cancer With Fierce Determination

Amy Tootle, M.S., B.S.N., RN

Knowing my friend Brandi since she was a child, I am in awe of how she balanced undergoing treatment for metastatic breast cancer while caring for other patients as an oncology nurse.

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Combining Oncology Teaching With Compassion

Jessica Smith, B.S.N., RN, OCN, has been an oncology nurse for 27 years and continues to provide personalized, compassionate care to her patients as a direct care oncology nurse.

Karen Engledow

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Realizing How Precious Time is During Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Throughout my experience with stage 4 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, I realized that time is precious to me.

Janel Bush

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Cancer the Second Time Around

After my treatment ended for triple-negative breast cancer, I thought I was done with cancer — and then I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

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Your Voice in Health Care: A Virtual Assistant Aids Patients, Addresses Gaps in Cancer Care

5 years ago

"WellBe was developed to provide meaningful health information on cancer while staying connected to loved ones with our calling and messaging capabilities.”

Christine Benjamin, LMSW

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A Helpline for Patients With Breast Cancer in Relentless Pursuit of Patient Support

After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis at age 43, one woman became involved in advocacy with SHARE Cancer Support, spending hours speaking to women on the phone about treatments, emotional impacts and personal issues related to their breast cancer.

France Di Vitto

F. Di Vitto, is a retired Special Education teacher and Literacy Tutor. She resides in a suburb of NYC, where she plans to continue writing, with her husband Aldo and cat Marisol.

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The Tap on the Shoulder: Cancer's Unexpected Call

10 months ago

After a second breast cancer diagnosis at 61, I faced 17 rounds of chemo, surgery and radiation, changing my perspective on life and leading to a new normal.

Karen Blum

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A 'Whole Different Ballgame' for Myeloma Treatment

The BCMA protein has become the primary target for treating multiple myeloma, resulting in longer survival and more manageable side effects.

Catherine Stier

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Helping Others With Cancer By The Book

5 years ago

Catherine Stier, a breast cancer survivor, discusses her new book "When A Kid Like Me Has Cancer" a story of how to talk about cancer with children.

David Lorber

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A Strong Admiration for Oncology Nurses

a year ago

Two patients reflected on how extraordinary their oncology nurses are — even noting that they forget about their cancer when talking with their nurses.

Yasmina Rebani

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The Role of Willpower in Battling Cancer

Anna Jimenez, M.S.N., RN, CCRN-K, CNML

My dad was always strong willed, and I think that helped him face aggressive, late-stage cancer.

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The Value of Time in Cancer Care

Dayna Hardee, RN, encourages patients, letting them know that someone has their back, someone is praying for them and someone is responding when they have a need.

Jessica Lough

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Laughing in the Face of Cancer and Death

5 years ago

Life can be ridiculous, one survivor writes.

Janie Winston, B.S.

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One Woman, Many Lakes: Swimming to Raise Awareness for Metastatic Breast Cancer

A retired teacher with breast cancer is recognized for her dedication to raising money and awareness for metastatic breast cancer by swimming across as many lakes as possible.

Thasia Anne

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'Oddly Specific' and Other Poems About Life With Cancer

Here are a series of poems written about our ordeal with cancer and kicking it to the curb.

Amber Pelletier, M.S.W

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Oncology Nurse Has a Passion for Advocacy

Ashley is a tremendous asset to the lung cancer community — she lives and breathes hope into her patients and providers day in and day out.

Amy Noe, B.S.N., RN

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The Oncology Nurse Who Radiates Positivity