Linda Cohen

My quality of life has improved a lot after starting on a BTK inhibitor, but some things will never be the same — like being in crowded places without a mask!

After recently losing my aunt, I realized that cancer has given me a new perspective on life, which reminds me that every day has meaning.

Living with chronic small lymphocytic lymphoma for the past 15 years has taught me some very valuable lessons, from dieting to managing anxiety.

It was beneficial for both myself and my loved ones when I gave a concrete answer to the question of “how can I help?”

After having SLL for 15 years, I won't let it define me — now, I'm working towards larger passions in my life.

Being in nature calms me, and I realized that research backs up what I’ve been experiencing.

Having a support system of loved ones truly helps during cancer.

Intimacy was always important in my relationship with my husband, and it continued to be even after my small lymphocytic lymphoma diagnosis.

Finding out that some family members have the BRCA gene makes me worried for them regarding the prospect of cancer.

After reading a book about how Imbruvica was revolutionized for SLL and CLL, I now have a greater appreciation for the drugs I receive.

When my doctor told me, "I want to talk to you about something," I suddenly felt worried — thankfully it was good news.

For 14 years, I've been dealing with small lymphocytic lymphoma, and want to maintain a healthier diet.

My faith has helped guide me through chronic small lymphocytic lymphoma.

I've been living with small lymphocytic lymphoma for 14 years now, but it has taught be some valuable lessons about life.

As we all know, added stress for patients with cancer is never a good thing.

Never underestimate your value to a person who has just been diagnosed. Isn’t that what these blogs are all about anyway?

Before my biopsy, the doctor assured me it was nothing. He said he was just doing this to prove it to me. We definitely didn’t expect what followed next.

I only allow anxiety to take up 15 minutes of my days.

“I flow, I change constantly, I am my grief, I am my joy, I am human, I am divine light, I can submerge when I make the time.” — Shosh Madick.

I am so happy that I was able to celebrate my wedding anniversary with my biggest supporter.

After being diagnosed with an incurable cancer, I had to reframe my thinking to focus on the positive.

Days before I went on vacation, I learned that my blood cancer might have progressed to a more aggressive disease.

Before leaving on vacation, I had to make sure I had enough of my cancer medication to last me through the trip.

An ultrasound revealed a solid mass in my breast that would need further follow-up.

I was optimistic about my lymphoma diagnosis and new treatment plan when a lump was found after I underwent a mammogram.

Life looks a bit different after my cancer diagnosis and the COVID-19 pandemic, making me even more grateful for the people in my life.

After being diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago, I began to wonder if my diet had anything to do with it — so I made some changes to eat better.

I made a point to continue baking a weekly challah bread after I was diagnosed with blood cancer, and it proved to be therapeutic.