The Best of the Breast
Posted October 3rd, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
Here at OncoLink, we’ve had some great blogs about breast cancer related topics over the years. In honor of breast cancer awareness month, we thought it would be fun to share our favorites. So enjoy “the best of the breast” on OncoLink! Most certainly, Alysa’s blogs are always spot-on. As a long-term survivor, she presents […]
How Can I Help My Friend Going Through Cancer Treatment?
Posted September 5th, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
Despite all the advice, there is one thing that almost all people going through cancer treatment will experience: cancer is EXPENSIVE.
My Favorite Three-Time Cancer Survivor
Posted May 23rd, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month and it seemed a good time to share the story of my favorite 3-time cancer survivor, my beloved dog Toby.
Coping With Fear of Recurrence
Posted March 27th, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
By Deborah Seagull, Ph.D. Fear of recurrence is something that most individuals diagnosed with breast cancer struggle with. Oddly, many times it doesn’t matter if it is an early or late stage cancer, the fear of the cancer coming back or metastasizing is forefront in the minds of many women. It can be overwhelming, as […]
World Cancer Day Part IV: I Don’t Have the Right to Cancer Care
Posted February 6th, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
World Cancer Day is February 4th. Let’s talk a bit about myth #4: I don’t have the right to cancer care.
World Cancer Day Part III: What Can I Do About Cancer?
Posted February 5th, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
World Cancer Day 2014 – Let’s talk a bit about myth #3: There is nothing I can do about cancer.
World Cancer Day Part II: Signs and Symptoms of Cancer
Posted February 4th, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
February 4th is World Cancer Day and is focused on dispelling the dangerous myths & misconceptions surrounding the disease.
World Cancer Day Part I: Talking About Cancer
Posted February 3rd, 2014
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
February 4th is World Cancer Day and is focused on dispelling the dangerous myths & misconceptions surrounding the disease.
6 Steps to Being Your Own Best Cancer Care Advocate
Posted December 19th, 2013
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
In today’s busy healthcare practices, you need to be involved in your own care (or that of a loved one) to assure the best care. Here are six steps to being your own best cancer care advocate.
Annual Great American Smokeout
Posted November 19th, 2013
Carolyn Vachani, MSN, RN, AOCN
Every year, on the third Thursday of November, marks the American Cancer Society’s Annual Great American Smokeout (GAS).