Cancer is Not What You ThinkBefore May 2, 2011, cancer was a giant mystery to me. I can't recall anyone in my family having cancer. My impression of cancer was very simple...2 min read
The Confident Patient: Managing Care and TreatmentTalking to your doctor just got easier – this guide shows you where to start.3 min read
Cancer BasicsHearing the word "cancer" changes life in an instant. It brings up many emotions. You likely have many questions. Understanding the basics...4 min read
The Five Types of Cancer ExhaustionEveryone knows cancer is exhausting. There is a reason that the image of the gaunt person wrapped in blankets, peering out above sunken cheeks, is such an archetype2 min read
When Everything Changes: Finding Your Footing After DiagnosisIf you have recently heard the words "you have cancer," you are now part of a community that shares a profound common...4 min read
Breaking Through the Daze of Disbelief to Ask QuestionsI remember some of what was said and what I was thinking. Reflecting on that day, I probably should have asked more questions. But it's forgivable because3 min read
What to Consider When Making Treatment Decisions and Sharing With Your DoctorAfter hearing the initial diagnosis of cancer and talking with your family, one of the most difficult parts of figuring out your cancer journey can be decision-making3 min read
When the Calendar Marks “Scan Day”: Understanding and Managing ScanxietyIf you are living with cancer—whether you face lung cancer, esophageal cancer, or another diagnosis—you know the reality of periodic imaging. These...4 min read
Trying to Live Like Before the DiagnosisNow, what they don't tell you is that if you do make it to remission, with or without maintenance, the likelihood of other challenges remains. It may feel like2 min read
Should I Seek a Second Opinion On My Treatment?Trusting blindly in one thing is never a good choice. But taking too many suggestions may not be a good idea either. As the saying goes, too many cooks spoil the broth2 min read
What My Cancer Is Taking Away and What It May Be Giving BackWhile I've painted a pretty dire picture of the negatives associated with cancer, it wouldn't be fair not to talk about what our cancers can, and often do, give us.4 min read
Types of CancerThere are over 200 types of cancer. Some types are much more common than others. Doctors categorize them to determine treatment and...3 min read
