Even for adults, cancer is a big diagnosis to process. And if you have children, you may be unsure how to help them understand your diagnosis too. From toddlers to teens, telling kids about cancer is one of the conversations that recently diagnosed parents struggle with the most. While your initial reaction may be to …
Retired US Navy Lt. Cmdr. Bren Doreck has fought his fair share of battles. But there’s one battle he never saw coming—cancer. At only 39 years old, he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) while fighting for his country overseas. Suddenly, Bren found himself in a battle for his life. It’s only through his unwavering strength, …
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Sometimes, as women, we have a hard time prioritizing ourselves. We take care of our other priorities, such as family and work, before we take care of our own needs. In doing this, it’s all too easy to ignore common cancer symptoms for far too long. Here’s what I want you to hear today—putting yourself …
Chemo brain is a common term cancer survivors use to describe thinking and memory problems that can happen during and after cancer treatment. You may also hear chemo brain referred to as: Chemo fog Cancer-related cognitive impairment Cognitive dysfunction Most define chemo brain as a decrease in mental “sharpness” and cloudy mind. Its exact cause …
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For Phil Waigand, a cancer diagnosis wasn’t part of the game plan. Phil was living his dream running a therapeutic horseback riding program for people with disabilities when life came to a screeching halt after he noticed blood in his stool. “I immediately made an appointment with a colorectal doctor at Baylor Scott & White …
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Have you been putting off screening for colon cancer? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 30% of adults aren’t up to date on their recommended screenings. But, if you’re hesitant to get a colonoscopy, that doesn’t mean you should avoid screening altogether. There are other procedures and tests that may …
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When you’re facing a cancer diagnosis or awaiting the results of your latest scan, every hour may feel like an eternity. From the moment you know something is off, you may feel like you’re constantly waiting for the next steps—the next appointment with a specialist, the next scan, the next test result, the next step …
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The American Cancer Society estimates roughly 287,850 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer each year, often facing a flood of overwhelming decisions when it comes to treatment. “The patient goes from day one of being totally normal and healthy, to having a lump or a bump, to being told they have cancer,” said …
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Liver cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer death in the US and the incidence of liver cancer has more than tripled in the past 40 years. So, what’s behind this disturbing trend—and should you be worried? Risk factors for liver cancer The most common type of primary liver cancer is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) …
Few experiences leave their indelible mark on health, relationships and spirituality as deeply as cancer. During this time, oral health and dental care can get overlooked or placed on the back burner until there is a problem. Most people are familiar with cancer-related side effects like fatigue and hair and weight loss. But did you know …
Dental oncology: Caring for your oral health after cancer Read More »