This post has nothing to do with cancer… but I think that this site can use an uplifting story… I am so happy to be writing this story. My daughter was adopted at 2 days old. Her Birth Mother selected us from a resume that we compiled. We never met her. She was given two [...] read more..
Cancer is complicated. There could be no more poignant example than Robin Roberts. Her situation illustrates that being a survivor can be complicated too—confounding, confronting, and confusing. Even starting with the word itself. It can be confusing to know exactly what is meant by cancer “survivor.” So for the first time in the 18 [...]Like this post? You might like this one
If you live in the Washington, D.C., area and are interested in national health care issues, from health care reform to navigating cancer care: what every patient needs to know, please consider attending the FREE symposium next week at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center: “Fighting a Smarter War Against Cancer: Linking Policy to the Patient.” It’s a great lineup, [...] read more..
I never asked “why me”. I always thought “better me”. Today is one of those days that reinforces that. We have a good friend whose girlfriend has been diagnosed with breast cancer. I’ve never met her. But through him I am able to help. I can offer advice. Help for nausea. Advice on hair loss. [...] read more..
