I have heard too many stories of regret from both terminal cancer patients and surviving family members wishing their loved ones had gotten a second opinion. Being diagnosed with cancer is dreadful. It can feel like you have been swept…
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The Hopeful Fight
Generally, the early twenties are spent interviewing for your first big job after graduating university, dating, traveling, meeting new people, trying new things, exploring new passions, and accomplishing new goals. It’s a special and transformative time in life. Though for Luis it has been a different experience.
The Conviviality of Sharing a Hospital Room
During my first hospitalization and the hundreds of stays that have followed over the last 19 years, I have had the good fortune of meeting and listening to hundreds of patient’s stories.
Physical Therapy Insights and Tips
While recovering from my Fibula Free Flap Jawbone Replacement surgery, I needed to learn how to walk again. Fortunately, after interviewing several doctors, I found two outstanding physical therapists Danielle and Shira Wiess (DPT, CKTP, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner) in…
Navigating a New Normal
Every HNC patient’s battle is unique as is their journey after HNC adapting to a new normal of daily life. For me, my first year of new normal was the epitome of bittersweet. It was a year filled with small,…
Talking with Children about Cancer
As the mom of two children, I have found open and honest communication is paramount in building a trusting and loving bond. My husband and I agree to always explain things in an age-appropriate manner to ensure our children are always part of our daily conversations, as well as always feel heard.
The process of grieving
The process of grieving can be tremendously difficult. I have had beloved family and friends die of cancer and it is heartbreaking. It is important that you allow yourself the time to grieve. My friend’s daughter died of cancer. She shared…
BeautyCounter & Other Natural Skin Care Suggestions:
My dear friend, Lisa Lurie, Founder of Cancer Be Glammed, and I chatted about how I needed to create a new skincare regimen. After intense radiation treatments years ago and now a jawbone replacement surgery my skin was in dire…
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Nutritional Tips for HNC Patients & Survivors
Although I am not a dietician, the following is what has worked for me over the last 11 months on a predominantly liquid diet and most recently on a soft food diet. I am a pescatarian therefore the following reflects my most recent favorite meals.
Physical Therapy Insights and Tips
While recovering from my Fibula Free Flap Jawbone Replacement surgery, I needed to learn how to walk again.