Messages to my “Fellow Warriors” who daily fight the battle against cancer to inspire and give energy to our common fight. Dear Fellow Warriors, I want to start by acknowledging the tremendous strength and courage that you possess. Battling cancer is an incredibly difficult journey, and it takes an incredible amount of fortitude to keep…
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10 reasons to be thankful during cancer treatement
Photo byOpenClipart-Vectors onPixabay The thought of facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis brings on feelings of fear, anger and sadness. There’s no denying that having cancer can be difficult, but it’s important to remember that having a cancer diagnosis doesn’t mean you have to lose your sense of gratitude. Why? Because being…
Read moreHow can I be thankful when I’m undergoing treatment for cancer
Image Source: FreeImages Most people think about what they’re grateful for when things seem challenging, such as after a loss or a difficult time. But what about during the treatment process? It can be especially hard to feel thankful if you’re going through cancer treatment. After all, you’re probably feeling anything but thankful right…
Read moreHow to Stay Stem Cell Transplant Clean When You’re Sick
Image Source: FreeImages When your immune system is fighting an infection or virus, it releases stem cells to help repair the damage. If you’re healthy, the stem cells go back into hiding after the battle is over. But when you’re sick, those hidden stem cells are exposed. They get confused and start multiplying uncontrollably…
Read moreWhat does remission mean to you?
I found myself looking for a nebulous condition called “remission.” In talking with other cancer patients, I find that one word has a special connotation. It is the word “remission.” I have found that I can be in “remission” and feel that I am cured. Yet this word does not mean that I have completely…
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