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Understanding your cancer diagnosis and navigating treatment options can be challenging. A second opinion can confirm your diagnosis and ensure that you receive the best…
Article contributed by Sukaje, Patient Navigator, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center Hair loss can be one of the most feared side effects of cancer treatment,…
Article contributed by Shawna Ehlers, Ph.D., L.P., Chun Tao, Ph.D., L.P., ABPP, and Steven Ames, Ph.D. - Mayo Clinic Clinical Health Psychologists Learning that you…
In the quest for healthier eating habits, people may find themselves debating whether to eat organic or conventional foods. Understanding these food types and their…
In the healthcare world, patient privacy is a top priority. Federal law, specifically the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), safeguards your right to…
Cancer screening and cancer care are both important components of maintaining good health, yet people in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and sexual and…
Article written by Sarah Cormell, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., a clinical social worker in Psychiatry and Psychology in Menomonie, Wisconsin As a caregiver, you and your loved…
If you search for how to lower your chances of getting cancer you will find plenty of information or advice. Sometimes though, you might find…
Worry about the future. Being angry at your body. Feeling physically and mentally overwhelmed. Some of the most difficult parts of the cancer journey can…
What is Plant-Focused Eating? Plant-focused eating is one of the top nutrition and food trends for 2023 and this food trend is here to stay.…
Colorectal cancer occurrence and mortality rates have decreased among adults over the age of 50 since the early 1990’s. This is due to a combination…
Article written by Jenny Bradt, P.T., D.P.T., C.L.T.-LANA I am a physical therapist who has treated lymphedema for nearly three decades. Lymphedema refers to tissue…
This blog post was inspired by the discussion that member and volunteer mentor, Becky (@becsbuddy), started of the same name The Patient Portal—Help or Hindrance? It's…
Spirituality is a dynamic process that can help you discover meaning and purpose in your life. A cancer diagnosis may change your spirituality. You may…
Imagine a world without cancer. Although we see amazing advances in cancer care, the reality is many encounter barriers to cancer treatment due to income,…
Lung screening is recommended for people who are at risk for lung cancer. If you currently smoke, or smoked in the past, you are at…
If you have a new or ongoing neuroendocrine tumor (NET) diagnosis, then you’ve got questions. Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are cancers that begin in specialized cells…
A cancer diagnosis for you or a loved one can be difficult any time of year, but the holiday season can intensify emotions bringing on…
Article written by Maddie Strong, MS, RDN, LD and Lisa Lammert, RDN, LD Nutrition is a critical part of your cancer treatment journey. Research shows…
Pancreatic cancer can be a frightening diagnosis because survival rates are much lower compared to other cancers. There are no specific signs for pancreatic cancer…
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