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Genuine Care and Advice for Patients With CancerOne person describes an oncology nurse practitioner as one to give practical advice and guidance for everyone she encounters.
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From Clinics to Mountaintops: A Hero for Patients With Multiple MyelomaFor over 20 years, Dr. Brian Berryman has been a tireless advocate and compassionate care provider for those affected by multiple myeloma.
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Treating HER2+ Metastatic Breast Cancer During the COVID-19 PandemicCaitlin Flanagan, a patient with HER2+ metastatic breast cancer, and Sara A. Hurvitz, M.D., discuss treatment approaches and modifications during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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An Advocate for Both Patients and the ProfessionMarie Riehl's willingness to step outside of her professional comfort zone has allowed her to be an extraordinary patient advocate.
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Key Takeaways for Patients With MyelofibrosisPatients with myelofibrosis should reflect on their personal priorities and quality of life goals, understand the range of available JAK inhibitor treatment options, and openly communicate with their doctor to arrive at a shared decision for managing their disease.
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A Poem About Cancer, My FriendDuring a chemotherapy session for colon cancer, I wrote two poems about my take on cancer.
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Cancer Took Me From Disfigured to PridefulNow having conquered three cancers and am fighting metastatic pancreatic cancer, scars from all the surgeries within the last 26 years have shown victories and hope.
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'All Roads Lead to Roman': A Hero Among Lung Cancer DoctorsDr. Roman Perez-Soler received his original training in Spain but has been a constant beloved presence in the U.S. lung cancer arena for more than 30 years.
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Understanding Multiple Myeloma SymptomsReflecting on the pain I experienced before my diagnosis of multiple myeloma, I realized how important it was to pay attention to the related symptoms.
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Knowledge and Compassion Can Be a Phone Call AwayA patient undergoing treatment for neuroendocrine tumors maintained a positive attitude about his cancer through phone calls from his care manager to check in after appointments, among other efforts.
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Unmet Needs in the Management of EGFR Exon 20–Positive NSCLCBefore closing out their discussion on treatment for EGFR Exon 20–Positive NSCLC, experts discuss prominent unmet needs in this setting.
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When Faced With Death, Live Life to the Fullest, Says a Cancer Survivor“I had to choose one of two paths, to become the victim and let the disease control me or take control of the disease and fight for my life. The moment I chose to fight was the moment life opened all of its beauty,” writes a lymphoma survivor.
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I’ve Decided What My Legacy Is During Colon CancerWhen I was diagnosed with colon cancer, I had a hard time deciding what my legacy should be, but once I realized what it was, I had to keep working hard for it.
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If I Can Face Cancer, I Can Face AnythingWithin a short period of time, Darlene Benson lost her dog, brother-in-law, and some of her best friends. But, at the same time, she conquered cancer. She says that if she can face that, she can face anything.
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Out of the Darkness of Cancer and Into the LightOut of the darkness there is sometimes light, and in South Florida, Dr. Mark Block is a beacon of hope and light for many patients who’ve recently received a diagnosis of cancer.
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Optune Plus Temodar and Keytruda May Result in Brain Tumor ControlPatients with glioblastoma experienced tumor control after complete in-situ vaccination and anti-PD-1 immunotherapy, researchers have reported.
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A Community of Support During Ovarian CancerSeeing a young man ringing the bell surrounded by family reminded me of the incredible support I received during ovarian cancer, too.
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God Helped Me See a Better Side During Kidney CancerWhen I was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive kidney cancer, I turned to God and He has helped me through my journey, each step of the way.
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Prisms of Sparkling Light Through Cancer's StormCancer comes with an awful storm, but the prisms of light can make it a little less worse.
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Rock Star Lung Cancer Supporter and AdvocateA lung cancer survivor describes a passionate advocate who has changed the world of many patients.
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My Cancer Diagnosis Led Me to Discover a Family I Didn’t Know I HadAfter being diagnosed with stage 2 colorectal cancer, I discovered that I had two sisters — and a family predisposition to cancer.
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An Oncology Nurse Who Is One of a Kind, Kind to EveryoneAmong the extraordinary collection of givers are singular nurses who stand above the rest like a beacon guiding the profession toward its highest order. Anthony “Tony” Reynolds, RN, of ARH Cancer Center is one such nurse.
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My Cancer ‘Surviving Strategies’I was in disbelief when I was diagnosed with cancer, but then I turned my attention to crafting my surviving strategies.
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Brain Cancer Interrupted My Life at the Peak of My CareerA long-term brain cancer survivor shares the story of his cancer journey and where it led his life.
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How Naming My Lifesaving Ostomy Helped Me Gain Confidence and Find Body PositivityAfter being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, my ostomy — which I named Toodles — opened up a world of body positivity for me.
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The Essence of Oncology NursingJessica, a master of the art of nursing, bonds with patients who it can be hard to make connections with.
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The Cancer Healer and Educator Patients Want by Their SideKelly believes she was called to oncology nursing — and as a physician who works closely with her, I can tell you that’s true.
