Caregivers Empower the Next Generation of Cancer Care

Posted August 3rd, 2023

The role of the caregiver is multi-faceted as they provide family members, friends and partners with the physical care and emotional support needed during treatments and beyond. This role is critical as they are often the patient’s lifeline, and they act as an advocate for the patient with the medical staff providing the treatments. Yet, […]

Feeding the Gut

Posted July 14th, 2023

In my own family, whenever someone is asked, “How are you doing?”, the conversation ends up about our health. And with health, the first questions brought up are about any stomach pains or bloating or even how frequently they use the bathroom. It seems silly, but when I started thinking more about why, I came […]

A Poet’s Autobiography of Cancer

Posted May 31st, 2023

 In the fall of 2022, my life was changed by a single phone call when I was diagnosed with stage II B-cell, non-specified, non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive cancer of the lymphatic system. For me, a large tumor was growing in my left armpit. The tumor was damaging my ulnar nerve to the point […]

Happy Occupational Therapy Month

Posted April 19th, 2023

April is Occupational Therapy (OT) month, and it is with gratitude and humble appreciation that I come to reflect upon my time as an OT working with cancer patients and their loved ones. Working in cancer care across the continuum has been one of my life’s greatest honors, and I wish to take a moment […]

Addressing Cancer Pain with Complementary Methods (Part 2)

Posted April 10th, 2023

This blog provides some information on pain relief methods you can try at home in concert with your medications and other methods you may use to treat your pain. Remember to talk with your provider about any integrative or complementary therapies you are using during your cancer treatment. This blog provides some information on pain […]

Addressing Cancer Pain with Complementary Methods (Part 1)

Posted April 7th, 2023

By Carter Moss, MSW Student Cancer pain management often involves a multidisciplinary approach that combines traditional medical interventions with complementary therapies. In this two-part blog series, you will learn more about factors that may contribute to pain and some ways to “turn down the volume” of the pain you are feeling. Pain is a complex […]

Is That New Lump or Bump a Sarcoma?

Posted February 28th, 2023

This blog shares some ways to tell if a new or existing lump could be a sarcoma and, if so, what steps you should take next. If you are not sure, see your primary care provider. What is Sarcoma? A sarcoma is a type of cancer that forms in bone or soft tissues like muscle, nerves, fat, […]

News on the Passing of the Lymphedema Treatment Act!

Posted January 23rd, 2023

The beginning of 2023 has brought exciting news for the lymphedema community. The Lymphedema Treatment Act (LTA), first introduced as a bill in Congress in 2010, was finally passed into law on December 23, 2022. This landmark legislation will result in Medicare coverage for lymphedema compression supplies starting January 1, 2024. Why is the LTA […]

Seven Extra Years

Posted July 2nd, 2022

Today is Sharon’s 7th survivor anniversary. Thank you Sharon for your contribution of this poem to mark this meaningful day. So long agoOnly yesterday Everything changedBut was there all along Eyes openHeart openHeart ripped out Lost manyGained so much Keep goingFull of gratitude Never forgetLife Sharon Civa, MBA, is an ovarian cancer survivor and information […]

Get the Facts Before Using Online Information

Posted May 11th, 2022

You may have read about special foods, exercise plans, nutritional supplements– or diets that exclude a specific food – to prevent cancer growth. The internet and social media platforms can be an excellent way to share new medical, health, and nutrition information with everyone. However, sometimes this information may be shared by people who are […]