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Childhood Cancer Survivors May Benefit From Plant-Rich Foods
Interesting study from the St. Jude Lifetime Cohort (SJLIFE), and originally published int the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The results may not be surprising, but it does appear that a plant-based diet has even more significance for childhood cancer survivors when it comes to premature aging and other health factors. (Note: the term “childhood cancer survivors” may include young adults in their 20’s).
Cancer Survivors “Lost In Transition”
Here is a brief summation of a research study published by the JCO Oncology of Practice (May 24, 2024) that appeared in the Cancer Therapy Advisor. In short, it describes the decline in follow-up care with primary care providers after five years of completing treatment.
This Mass. woman beat cancer as a teen. Her fight was just beginning.
Roughly 50 years have passed since Erin Cummings beat cancer as a high school student.
Only a Word?
This is a wonderful, short essay by a woman whose survivor experience has made her think twice about how she perceives herself.
Can We Talk? When to Leave and When to Stay in the Doctor-Patient Relationship
In this insightful and intriguing essay, Dr. Stacey Wentworth looks at how to evaluate the doctor-patient relationship. She offers some key guidelines for helping survivors determine if they are in the right place, with the right person, at the right time.
Survivor Views: Majority of Cancer Patients & Survivors Have or Expect to Have Medical Debt
There are some startling statistics presented in this research article from the American Cancer Society – most notably, that nearly 50% of cancer survivors who were studied had or expected to face significant financial debt due to their cancer and cancer treatment, while, at the same time, almost ALL of those same survivors had insurance. What is wrong with this picture you ask? Plenty.
Cancer Survivors Can Get Tired of Being Called ‘Strong’
The author hits the nail on the head with this one. This short piece beautifully and concisely describes yet another of the emotional battles that cancer survivors endure.
Four Steps You Can Take To Manage Your Post-Cancer Fears
Here is a brief article on a subject that we know all too well. It seems to be virtually impossible to escape the “post cancer fear” phenomenon, no matter how well you may be feeling. It may be even more difficult for those of us who continue to experience the late effects of treatments. As the wonderful Roseanne Roseannadanna used to say, “It’s always something!” Owning those fears, as it turns out, could be part of turning the corner.
Two Marathon Runners And Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Survivors – Giving Back And Doing Incredible Things
By Matt Ellis and Regina Norfolk – January 2024 marked 25 years that Elena Togashi has been in remission from Hodgkin lymphoma. To mark this incredible milestone, the 45-year-old cancer survivor will run this year’s Boston Marathon with the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team.
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