Deadly Infections and the Caring, Unwashed Hands That Spread Them

Posted March 31st, 2013

Have you heard about the latest threat to the lives of cancer patients? It’s CRE, the ‘Nightmare Bacteria’. This bacteria causes infections and can be drug-resistant.

Why I Chose to Become a Radiation Therapist

Posted March 27th, 2013

There are many career options within the Radiation Oncology field and how a person chooses which path to make their profession can depend on a number of different factors.

Vegetarian Breakfast: Muesli

Posted March 26th, 2013

Enjoy a healthy breakfast of rolled oats, apricots, sunflower seeds and a dash of cinnamon. Good way to start a #MeatlessMonday.

Vegetarian Side Dish: Millet Mashed Potatoes

Posted March 25th, 2013

Enjoy this healthy vegetarian recipe of millet, cauliflower, garlic, olive oil, umeboshi vinegar.

Why I choose Nutrition and Food Science & What Career Paths a Degree in Nutrition Can Lead You To!

Posted March 20th, 2013

As a transfer student at Drexel University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions, I must admit that Nutrition and Food Science was not my first love.

Green Smoothie

Vegetarian Green Drinks: Lisa’s Favorite Green Smoothie

Posted March 19th, 2013

Favorite Green Smoothie – blend all ingredients in a high-powered blender until smooth and creamy. Add water as necessary. Vegetarian recipe.

CancerLand Bookshelf with Annette Bennington McElhiney

I use a digital camera and hunt for colorful spring flowers to tune into the artist in me, while ovarian cancer survivor Annette Bennington McElhiney paints an alter ego she has named Althea.

Portabella mushrooms

Vegetarian Side Dish: Marinated Portabella Mushrooms

Posted March 18th, 2013

Portabella mushrooms have a great texture and can be a great alternative to meat.

Thriving after Head and Neck Cancer: Role of Rehabilitation on Quality of Life

Posted March 13th, 2013

Webchat with Mously LeBlanc, MD – Physical Side Effects of Head & Neck Cancer.

Why and How Did I Become a Dosimetrist?

When I was asked to write a story on why and how I became a dosimetrist I thought it would be clear and straightforward.