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As Rare Disease Day Approaches, I’m Reflecting on My MPN DiagnosisI was shocked when I was diagnosed with a myeloproliferative neoplasm, and have dedicated myself to learning about the disease since.
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Compassionate and Courage Cancer CareCompassionate, caring and courageous are the words I would use to describe Marianne Smith, RN, ONC.
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Families Need to Be More Open About Cancer Risks, Because it Could Save the Life of Someone You LoveLast year, my wife died of triple-negative breast cancer that was caused by a genetic mutation. If her family risk was discussed more openly, she — and many others with an inherited predisposition to cancer — may still be here today.
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Courage, Caring and Commitment to Cancer and Her CommunityCourtney Huffstetler, M.S.N., RN, OCN, is dedicated to breaking down barriers to cancer care.
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An Oncology Nurse With a Heart Like No OtherA nurse worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that her unit was running like a well-oiled machine.
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Reflecting on My Two Cancer Triumphs on Father’s DayI feel most thankful on Father's Day, especially after being told I'd never be able to have children.
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A Letter to King Charles III After His Cancer DiagnosisHere is what I would say to King Charles III after his recent cancer diagnosis.
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My Mom, My Health Equity HeroIt came as no surprise that when my mother received a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, she became an advocate for health equity in myeloma.
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‘A Force of Nature’ as an Oncology NurseFrom physical therapy for pain to an emergency room visit ending up in a cancer diagnosis, a patient describes her experience with an oncology nurse with whom she attributes a positive recovery experience.
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The Cancer Diagnosis That Seemed to Make Little SenseA retirement counselor with bladder cancer shares the story of his diagnosis and his thoughts on treatment.
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A Generous Caretaker for All Affected by Lung CancerAfter Kelsey Ahmed’s mother, Martha, was diagnosed with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer, Kelsey and her family got to work raising funds and spreading awareness for the American Lung Association.
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One Nurse’s Devotion to Cancer Has Healed Many Patients“I feel her strength, and because of Lorelei — the way she makes me feel comfortable and confident; the way she cares deeply for me, her other patients and colleagues; and her always professional attitude and manner — I realize that, like other obstacles, I will eventually be able to face this, too,” writes one nurse’s patient in an essay nominating her for CURE®’s 2022 Extraordinary Healer award.
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Better Nutrition Can Help People With CancerAn expert offers feasible tips on how patients with cancer can eat better — from incorporating quick and easy protein sources to effective supermarket shopping strategies.
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An Open Letter to My Newly Diagnosed SelfLooking back, here’s what I would tell myself shortly after being diagnosed with cancer.
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My Dear Friend and Cancer ‘Warrior’ Refuses to FoldA cancer survivor describes an inspiring close friend who has been dealing with cancer for 13 years and refuses to give up.
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A Fighting CaregiverAn oncology nurse’s experience with her own cancer journey has made her a strong support system on several levels for patients with cancer.
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Daunting Firsts from CancerThe firsts I experienced after receiving a diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer opened my eyes to the beauty of life.
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'Stronger Than the Storm' of CancerA woman who was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer shares a poem about dealing with the obstacles of a health crisis and the struggles of life in general.
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Hope After an Unexpected Cancer DiagnosisThis is the poem I wrote to help myself cope with my new diagnosis. It served as a reminder that I was resilient.
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The Mind of CancerCancer makes your mind wander in many strange directions. If ever you wanted to know what an emotional rollercoaster really felt like, get on the cancer coaster and go for a ride.
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Although Many of Us Don’t Love the Idea of It, Exercise Can Help Reduce the Effects of LymphedemaA physical therapist recalls how one of her patient’s with prostate cancer hated exercise when he first came to visit her, but then his mindset changed once he realized his lymphedema started to get under control.
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Study Results Champion Keytruda/Chemo as ‘New Standard of Care’ in TNBC SubsetThe combination of Keytruda and chemotherapy improved survival rates in patients with PD-L1—positive metastatic triple-negative breast cancer.
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Do You Ever Question Your Cancer Care?I’ve always received impeccable care at my cancer center, but a recent experience made me feel like I was no longer a priority.
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The Importance of Having a Cancer CommunityBeing a part of the cancer community means meeting new people, forming personal friendships and fostering those connections for others.
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Making Space for the Important Things in LifeA Navy veteran and football coach tackles prostate cancer diagnosis, with family’s support.
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Cancer Questions and Unwanted DripsA survivor of myxofibrosarcoma expresses his thoughts about cancer recurrence and treatment options in a poem.
