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Managing Survivorship One Foot and Breath in Front of Another

April 24th 2019

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

Being a caregiver and survivor takes adjusting to the diagnosis of the "C" word. Until there is a cure for cancer, may we all do our best to put one breath and foot in front of another.

Outrunning Cancer

April 19th 2019

By Kathy LaTour

An interview with Angela Hammack, B.S.N., RN, OCN.

Going the Extra Mile

April 16th 2019

By Cora Beth Hartfield

In this nomination essay for the CURE® Extraordinary Healer® Award, Cora Beth Hartfield honors finalist Angela Hammack, B.S.N., RN, OCN.

Caitlin Cohen, M.S.N., RN, CPNP-AC, CPHON, Wins CURE's 2019 Extraordinary Healer Award

April 12th 2019

By Beth Fand Incollingo

In essays by patients and colleagues, three nurses were honored for their generosity and life-changing compassion.

Survivor Turned Caregiver: When Life Feels Like a Snow Globe

April 5th 2019

By Tamera Anderson-Hanna

Becoming a caregiving to a loved one with cancer feels as if my life has been turned upside down like a snow globe and I am left to hold on to the stable anchors.

Noticing Those Around the Patient

March 26th 2019

By Doris Cardwell

Family and friends receive the cancer diagnosis right along with the patient. People change, relationships change and life as you know it may never be the same.

Parent Caregivers Face Decreased Job Productivity

March 5th 2019

By Katie Kosko

Productivity loss among parent caregivers associated with poor health-related quality of life in pediatric advanced stage Hodgkin lymphoma.

Paying it Forward: Donating Time in the Cancer Community

February 26th 2019

By Jeannette Moninger

Donating time in the cancer community after treatment brings benefits for both volunteers and those they help.

Still Learning to be Brave

February 26th 2019

By Andrea Remke

After the loss of my husband to cancer, I am still learning to live free of cowardice— to live bravely for as long as I have left.

A Widow Explores the Power of Mandalas

February 21st 2019

By Diana M. Martin

Mandalas can help people with cancer and their caregivers find purpose.

An Ode to the Caregivers

February 18th 2019

By Sarah DeBord

In the patient-centric world of oncology, let's not overlook who stands watch and gives without expecting anything in return.

Redefining My Relationship After My Spouse Died from Cancer

February 16th 2019

By Diana M. Martin

One widow's journey to stay in her home honors her husband's memory and brings healing.

From Survivor to Caregiver

February 13th 2019

By Joanne Lam

When Joanne Lam was diagnosed with bladder cancer, her husband showed unwavering devotion in caring for her. Now it's her turn to be his caregiver.

The Gift of Presence in Times of Pain

February 5th 2019

By Doris Cardwell

I had no idea learning to sit with people in their pain would help me learn how to deal with my own.

Be Kind, Even When The Sky Is Falling

January 28th 2019

By Barbara Tako

Cancerland is a frightening place to be for days, weeks, months and yes, even years. Turn that worry into something positive; reach out and be kind today and every day forward.

Survey Highlights How 'Much More There Is to a Cancer Diagnosis'

January 17th 2019

By Kristie L. Kahl

A recent survey demonstrated the common tradeoffs most patients report regarding treatment decisions, highlighting the importance of shared decision making.

The Ins and Outs of Cancer Caregiving

November 15th 2018

By Brielle Benyon

Two women discuss their experience in cancer caregiving, while giving advice to others.

CURE New Issue Alert: Fall 2018

November 14th 2018

By Katie Kosko

We've got a sneak peek at what’s inside our Fall 2018 issue.

Caring for the Caregivers

November 9th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

A panel of caregivers drew upon personal experience to offer advice and ideas to those in this role.

Advice for Caregivers: It's Okay to Not be Okay Sometimes

November 8th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

In this week’s episode of CURE Talks Cancer, we spoke with Jill Kelly – wife of Pro Football Hall of Fame Quarterback Jim Kelly – about his bout with head and neck cancer, and how she copes as a caregiver.

Family Caregivers: The 'Pseudo' Doctors and Nurses

September 11th 2018

By Debi Boyle M.S.N., R.N., A.O.C.N.S., F.A.A.N.

I poignantly remember an eloquent wife of a patient who died of acute leukemia shared her analogy with me. She stated, “You know when my dog died, I got a card from my vet. When my husband died, I got nothing.”

How to Address Caregiver Burden, Psychological Resilience and One's Health

July 9th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

In a recent survey, researchers from the University of Colorado Denver found a variety of predictors that affect caregiver burden, and how psychological resilience and future interventions can help.

Helping Caregivers: Advice, Support and More

June 28th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

At the GI Cancer Patient Summit, a panel of caregivers drew upon personal experience to offer advice and discuss what more can be done for individuals in this role of the cancer journey.

Navigating the Waves of Cancer Treatment

May 17th 2018

By Kristie L. Kahl

In this week’s episode of CURE Talks Cancer, we spoke with Matt Lashey, creator and CEO of the chemoWave app, which is designed to manage cancer symptoms and conditions by keeping track of a patient’s overall well-being to understand how their experiences may be related to feeling better or worse during treatment.

High Percentage of Caregivers Report Feeling Depressed, Study Finds

May 5th 2018

By Katie Kosko

Eighty-nine percent of caregivers of young adult colorectal cancer survivors are depressed because they can’t take the pain away, according to findings from the Raymond Foundation, an advocacy organization that aims to eradicate colon cancer.

Learning From Your Experiences as a Cancer Caregiver

April 20th 2018

By Kim Johnson

I learned a lot during my time as a caregiver, and plan to carry that over in my career as an oncology nurse.

Moving Past Cancer and Gaining Direction Through Self-Care

December 28th 2017

By Kim Johnson

Remission may put an end to the disease, but it does not always stop the feeling of being lost.

Caregivers, Celebrate Who You Are

November 22nd 2017

By Kim Johnson

I had my own complete life external to cancer. I also had my life within the constant reality of cancer.

Shout Out to the Caregivers

November 16th 2017

By Dana Stewart

November is National Family Caregiver month. Let's give the caregivers the shout out they deserve!

Shining a Spotlight on Cancer Caregivers

November 15th 2017

By Carly O'Brien, OSW-C, LCSW, CancerCare

November is National Family Caregivers Month. CancerCare’s Caregiver Program Coordinator, Carly O'Brien, OSW-C, LCSW, shares her thoughts on why it’s important to have an awareness month dedicated to caregivers, and the importance of acknowledging the work that caregivers do.

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