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Traveling with Cancer: What You Need to Know
Traveling while managing cancer might seem daunting, but it can be so helpful in bringing in moments of joy, strength, and discovery. I recently took a trip to Alaska with my family, and while I've done short trips in the past, usually they are in places with easy access to medical care should something happen. On this vacation, because we were going to be on a cruise ship, I needed to make sure that I planned how to handle potential symptoms. Preparing for the Trip: Health C
Jun 73 min read


A Funny Story and An Update from My Latest Scans
I know that I've mentioned it several times but this time around, I am very prepared for dealing with infusion day (sometimes overly so...
Aug 28, 20244 min read


PowerPort: A Critical Tool for Chemo Treatment
While not all cancer patients face long treatment plans, many of us do. Typically anything more than 6 months and oncologists will often recommend putting in a port. This port is a beneficial tool for patients, helps to save your veins, and makes it easier to take medication, or in some cases, blood draws or IV fluids. The benefits of a port include the fact that it can be implanted in the body for months or even years. It is by far the most comfortable way to receive treatm
Aug 19, 20242 min read


Beauty and Skin Tips During Cancer Treatment
Living with cancer can be a challenging journey, but taking care of yourself, including your beauty and skin regimen, can make a...
Aug 15, 20243 min read


What’s in my Chemo Day Bag?
Chemo day has a routine and a flow that make it very easy to prepare for. Like I’ve written about before, on chemo days, I usually follow...
Aug 6, 20242 min read


Using Mindfulness, Meditation, and Writing to Fight My Cancer
Cancer is a word that invokes fear, confusion, and uncertainty. It affects not just the body but also the mind and soul of those battling it. The journey through cancer treatment is a rollercoaster of emotions and challenges. Mindfulness, meditation, and finding moments of quiet when you can as much as possible have all helped me manage the anxiety and stress that comes from managing this complex condition. Mindfulness , by definition, is about being fully present in the mom
Jul 1, 20244 min read


My Cancer Journeys: Sisters, Not Twins
When you hear the word “cancer”, oftentimes there is a misconception that every cancer is the same. And sometimes from the outside, it...
Jun 19, 20245 min read
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