Columns

April 3, 2017April 3, 2017

The Paradox of Cancer, the Paradox of Life

A Lump in the Road - A Column by Nancy Brier, Columns

“It was my year off from the world,” a nurse told me when I was in the Emergency Room with side effects from chemo. He had had cancer too, and ... Read more

March 31, 2017March 31, 2017

‘Dude, Where’s My Car?’ and Other Chemo Brain Stories

Chemo and Cocktails: A Young Survivor's Guide - A Column by Susan Miller, Columns

“I suffer from short-term memory loss. It runs in my family… At least I think it does… hmmm. Where are they?” -Dory, Finding Nemo Dory, are you my spirit animal? I ... Read more

March 29, 2017March 29, 2017

Breast Cancer Aftermath: Cutting Through the Brain Fog(s)

Columns, Protect the Pecs - a Column by Steve Del Gardo

So, is there a difference between “chemo brain” and “brain fog?” Well, medically speaking, no. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Chemo brain is a common term used by cancer survivors ... Read more

March 28, 2017March 27, 2017

Understanding Breast Cancer Can Help You Deal with It

Columns, Journey toward the Pink Path - a Column by Jessica Grono

Developing a good understanding of breast cancer can help you and your loved ones deal with it if you get a diagnosis. And chances of getting it aren’t that remote. BreastCancer.org says about ... Read more

March 27, 2017March 27, 2017

What’s Wrong with US Healthcare? Let’s Talk About Advil

A Lump in the Road - A Column by Nancy Brier, Columns

“Do you have any Advil with you?” a tech asked me. I was having a port installed. Prior to cancer treatment, my husband thought a port was a place to park ... Read more

March 24, 2017March 23, 2017

An Introduction to ‘Cocktails and Chemo,’ a Young Breast Cancer Survivor’s Guide

Chemo and Cocktails: A Young Survivor's Guide - A Column by Susan Miller, Columns

Ten years ago I wouldn’t have pictured my life this way. At 22 I was planning my wedding. It was the dawn of an innocent life of health and bliss ahead. ... Read more

March 22, 2017March 21, 2017

Seeking the Cure: Money Could Be Spent Better

Columns, Protect the Pecs - a Column by Steve Del Gardo

Everyone wants The Cure. I am not talking about the pop music group from the late ’80s/early ’90s, even though they had some great hits. I am talking about the ... Read more

March 21, 2017March 21, 2017

Pre-Mastectomy Planning is a Practical Distraction

Columns, Journey toward the Pink Path - a Column by Jessica Grono

An oncologist recommending that you need a mastectomy is one of the most difficult things a woman will hear. I remember thinking to myself, “Did he seriously say that I ... Read more

March 20, 2017March 20, 2017

Finding the Right Time, Words to Tell About The Drumbeat in Her Head

A Lump in the Road - A Column by Nancy Brier, Columns

“We have to tell Lauren,” my husband Gary said. “One more day,” I replied, “Let’s just wait one more day.” Gary wrapped me in a hug, and told me we’d ... Read more

March 14, 2017March 14, 2017

Mediterranean Diet Can Help Reduce Risk of Certain Breast Cancers

Columns, Journey toward the Pink Path - a Column by Jessica Grono

Who doesn’t want to cut her risk of breast cancer? Nothing is guaranteed when it comes to preventing cancer and everyone is different. However, it is comforting to know that ... Read more