Posted on May 3, 2015 by Gray Connections
Lung cancer patients, caregivers, advocates and healthcare providers may sometimes feel overwhelmed by diagnosis, treatment (or lack thereof), and published statistics for lung cancer, the top cancer killer. In reality, we have more reasons to have HOPE now than ever before. More effective treatment options have been approved for lung cancer during the past five years than in the past four decades. Molecular and genomic testing identifies patients who can take targeted therapies. Early detection with low dose CT screening is now covered by insurance. Research into new biomarkers, immunotherapies, and… Read More
Posted on March 9, 2015 by Gray Connections
Cancer patients and their caregivers come to patient communities (whether online or in real life) for reasons such as seeking support, finding hope, and learning about their disease. Eventually some become a source of support, hope and information through their activities. These patients and caregivers sometimes express a desire to reach out to other patients and caregivers, to give back in appreciation for the help they received with their cancer experience. This may take the form of blogging, participating in fundraisers, volunteering for advocacy projects, or other activities. But sometimes those who… Read More
Posted on February 25, 2015 by #LCSM Chat
Cancer is a gift. Cancer is a battle. I’m cancer free. G-d only gives you what you can handle. Stay positive. These are words and phrases often associated with a cancer diagnosis. Are they helpful or not? Obesity is the new smoking. Limit alcohol consumption. Exercise more. Sit less. There have been countless media reports about cancer prevention. Good advice, right? Treatable vs. curable. ‘Good’ cancer vs. ‘bad’ cancer. 5-year survival. Surgical cure. These are examples of language that may be heard in doctor’s offices. Are health care providers and patients on the… Read More
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