Contributors


Mike Hennessy Jr.

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Patients With Cancer Facing Fraud and Exploitation

In the Spring 2024 issue of CURE® Magazine, we also cover financial hardships caused by scammers who purposely target patients with cancer.


Emily Davan, RN

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Myths Around Cervical Cancer

The panel concludes their discussion with a conversation about the myths surrounding the treatment of cervical cancer.


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

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.


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

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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.


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.


Sponsored by HandsFree Health

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

"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.


Kiran Virdee, RN, BSN, CCRN

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Unmet Needs and Future Perspectives in the Treatment of RCC

Bryan Lewis, president of KidneyCAN, and Chung-Han Lee, MD, describe unmet needs and future perspectives in the treatment of renal cell carcinoma.


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

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.


Yasmina Rebani

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The Role of Willpower in Battling Cancer

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



Jessica Lough

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Laughing in the Face of Cancer and Death

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

Imagine you just received a diagnosis of leukemia; you have no idea what the next steps will be or what your future holds, but you’re greeted with a smile from a nurse who reassures you that “You are in the right place, and we will help you through everything.”


Chinedu Onugu

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Oncology Nurses Help Patients Endure Cancer Treatments During Tough Times

A patient wrote about his oncology nurse when receiving chemotherapy, whose personality helped him look forward to his sessions.


Patricia Benavidez

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Setting Intentions as a Cancer Roadmap

After being diagnosed with cancer, I set intentions — both spiritual and practical — that helped guide me through the experience.


Bryan Lewis

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Unmet Needs and Future Perspectives in the Treatment of RCC

Bryan Lewis, president of KidneyCAN, and Chung-Han Lee, MD, describe unmet needs and future perspectives in the treatment of renal cell carcinoma.


Denise Tallman

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I’ll Never Forget My Doctor’s Words After I Woke Up from My Colonoscopy

After her colonoscopy, Denise talks about what her doctor said that changed her life.


Caroline Perkinson, RDN, LDN

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6 Cancer-Friendly, Super Food Recipes for Super Bowl Parties

Patients with cancer, their friends and families can enjoy these guilt-free recipes when sitting down to watch the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals go toe-to-toe during Super Bowl 56 on Sunday.


Robert Bailey

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Laughter Is Sometimes The Best Medicine

For one cancer survivor, laughter might have been the best medicine.


Cheryl Scalese, RN, M.S.N.

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An ‘Exemplary Nurse and Healer’ Patients Need on Their Side

A colleague describes a nurse’s aim to not only provide the best care for her patients but also be a continuous student of health care.


Antra Boyd

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What Cancer Taught Me

I faced cancer thrice and chose life each time — not because of some flowery will to live, but because I’m stubborn and wanted to prove that cancer is not the boss of me.


Dr. Carolyn Bhakta

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Reframing the Discussion for Surgical Options after Breast Cancer — Women are Choosing to ‘Go Flat’

After undergoing a mastectomy, women can either proceed with reconstruction or "go flat," but one expert says that the correct decision is what’s best for the patient.


Maha H.A. Hussain, MD

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Leading Through Research, Education

An oncologist writes about the valuable contributions of another oncologist in the field.


Gina Mauro

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Novel Drug Has Survival Benefit in Stem Cell Transplant-Related GVHD

A novel cell therapy demonstrated early efficacy and an acceptable safety profile in patients with graft-versus-host disease undergoing haploidentical stem cell transplantation.