Financial toxicity Financial concerns are stressful at the least of times. However, when you have a diagnosis of cancer, going through treatment and managing treatment related side effects that affect…
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Cancer Survivorship: Living well with and beyond a cancer diagnosis. Survivorship is all about living life to the full. However, in order to do this, many facets must be considered…
Clinical trials play a major role in the advancement of cancer treatment and care. New approaches may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and nanotechnology (Debela et al., 2021). Clinical trials range…
Cancer Myths Debunked Cancer-related myths can cause unnecessary worry and confusion. Here’s a breakdown of common misconceptions and the facts to clear up any confusion: 1. Antiperspirants or Deodorants Cause…
When someone you love or care for is diagnosed with cancer, it can feel as if you have been diagnosed too. There are so many things that will change. These…
Peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to the peripheral nerves such as in the hands and feet. These nerve cells do not easily repair if damaged. The most common symptoms…
What is the difference? It can be confusing since we often hear the terms used interchangeably. WHAT IS MINDFULNESS? Mindfulness is simply to be fully aware of, and to…
Understanding Axillary Web Syndrome AKA Cording. For many women or men who have undergone treatment for breast cancer, recovery typically involves various challenges which may include axillary web syndrome, also…
Cancer Screening Improvements in cancer detection and cancer treatments means that there are increasing numbers of people living with and beyond cancer. A large focus of cancer survivorship is undergoing…
Talking to children and teenagers about cancer is a hard thing to do. Being honest and including them in what’s happening is usually the best approach. Research shows that being…
