Preparing for My Doctor Appointments: It’s All About AdvocacyHere’s is my list of the seven things that make my doctor visits efficient, educational and time well-spent: A: I am aware of my blood test results and what they... By Linda C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
7 Things to Know About Hospice“Hospice” can be a scary word for patients and families, but in reality, it is a wonderful service that offers so much in a time of need. One reason “hospice”... By Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Language MattersI’ve worn a lot of labels in my life. I was a “PK” in my younger years (a pastors kid) and I had a nickname when I was younger, a... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Finding a LightRecently, we found that my breast cancer had significantly progressed. Previously located only in my bones, the cancer had spread, quickly and aggressively, into my brain, then my liver, and... By Emily Garnett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Estate Planning with a Terminal DiagnosisDisclaimer--this article is about my estate planning, no one else's. I'm a lawyer, yes, but only in Florida. This article does not constitute legal advice in any way. If you have questions about... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eating Healthy Without Breaking the Bank!Many people who are diagnosed with advanced breast cancer have made dietary changes to help manage their symptoms. Some have found great success with eating healthy, while others have found... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Ways to Support Circadian Rhythms When You Have Advanced Breast CancerRecently, a research team at Penn Medicine published a report identifying the underlying reasons why chronic disruptions of circadian rhythms can lead to increased risks for tumor growth in people... By TK Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Groundhog Day Comes Twice a YearEvery time August rolls, around, I see myself recoil; from everyone and everything. It's a slow process. As the days’ tick by; the black hole, I found myself in 2013... By Susan Rahn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Tumor Markers and Advanced Breast CancerTumor markers are substances that are produced by cancer cells or by other cells in the body when they are in the presence of cancer cells. Tumor markers are usually... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Talking About DeathI think and talk about death a lot these days. That freaks a lot of people out. Especially those people who are the closest to me. But the specter of... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Letting Go of Toxic RelationshipsDeciding when it’s time to end a toxic relationship is a lot harder than it looks. I’ve had more than my fair share of toxic relationships. And while in my... By RebeccaB2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why I Consult With a Naturopathic OncologistConsulting with a naturopathic oncologist has been a life-changing experience and a relationship I hope to maintain. Self-healing is something you don’t hear often but it is within each one... By Linda C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Life with MBCWe all know the stories of the hospitals. We know the clinics and the hormone receptor status. We've heard of the medications and the schedules, but few know or care... By Tori Geib3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Clinical Trial BasicsClinical trials make up a large proportion of advanced breast cancer research that is currently ongoing. Clinical trials also provide support for the development and mass production of new and... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
CaregivingAs a daughter (I'm the eldest of 6), wife and mother, I've done quite a bit of caregiving in my life. I was raised in a pretty traditional family, where... By Abigail Johnston, Esquire4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing clinical trial eligibility, and those are “inclusion criteria”... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Participating in a Clinical TrialMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Breast Cancer & Bone HealthBone loss can be a consequence of breast cancer and its treatment. Many of the healthy lifestyle recommendations for women with breast cancer are also good for the bones. Medications... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Metastatic MotherhoodWhen I was first diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, I didn’t know where to turn. I was 32 years old, and my son had just turned two. We lived in... By Emily Garnett3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments