End-of-Life Decisions

“How long do I have to live?” It’s one of the hardest questions to consider for those with advanced, incurable diseases, such as terminal cancer. But it’s a question that deserves the most honest and accurate answer possible. The prognosis for each individual is different with factors such as age, genetic markers, functional ability, and... Read More

Lifestyles

October 21, 2013

Stand United Against Cancer

Cancer affects all of us in some way or another. The American Cancer Society projects 1,660,290 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed this year alone. Strength in Numbers In conjunction with the care and support of a medical staff, cancer support resources and groups offer relief, comfort, and answers to patients. Support groups provide a... Read More

Fighting Cancer

October 21, 2013

Overcoming Cancer Fatigue

The term fatigue is looped in with “tiredness” which everyone experiences. A good night’s sleep usually refreshes the body. But fatigue is a lack of energy not relieved by sleep. Fatigue can be hampering, preventing you from functioning normally. One of the most common side-effects of cancer and cancer treatment is fatigue. It’s unpredictable, and not associated... Read More

Fighting Cancer

October 21, 2013

Sleeping with Pain

Sleep is one of the most important components of a healthy lifestyle. But, at times, pain can make sleep nearly impossible. Insufficient sleep can have a chain reaction effect on your wellbeing. In many cases, pain and sleep spin in a vicious circle. Pain keeps you from sleeping, and in turn, not sleeping makes the... Read More

Lifestyles

October 21, 2013

Feeling the Best During Cancer Treatment

“Over the last 15 to 20 years, there has been tremendous growth of scientific research on cancer treatment,” Dr. Bill Gai, of Danville Hematology and Oncology, says. Advances in science have made treatment less stressful, but cancer can still make a patient feel powerless. Power can be found in places you might not have thought... Read More

Fighting Cancer

October 21, 2013

I Have Cancer, Now What?

A cancer diagnosis isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of a fight you can win. When cancer strikes you or someone in your family, remaining positive is a crucial aspect of treatment. The body and mind work together as a team. When faced with a fight-or-flight response, if your mind tells your body to fight, then... Read More

Fighting Cancer

October 21, 2013

Understanding Cancer

Champions For the Cure When asked to name a villain, most people will respond with infamous characters such as those associated with comics, movies, and television. Our minds are tied up all day with work, family, and daily chores, so it’s natural to divert to a fantasy world every now and then. But if you ask... Read More

Fighting Cancer

September 30, 2013

Early Detection is the Best Protection

Educating Can Be Key to Preventing and Diagnosing Breast Cancer Each year, nearly 200,000 women and 2,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most common types of cancer among women in our country. “While there is no way of guaranteeing that a person won’t develop breast... Read More

Fighting Cancer, Women's Health