Trials of RemissionThe term remission is a term that brings comfort and relief for many, and there are those who also feel “What’s the...reactions2comments
Word of the Year and the Impact on My Cancer JourneyEvery end of year, I come up with a word for the new year. For me, it seems to be a better...reactions8comments
Remove the Mask: Talking About Your Blood CancerIt's okay not to always be strong. It's fine to let others and, more importantly, yourself, know that living with blood cancer...reactions1comment
While You’re At It DocWhen I was first diagnosed with blood cancer my oncologist arranged for an infusion nurse to stop in to see me a...reactions11comments
Being Proactive About Your HealthSickness happens. We come in contact with another sick person and catch whatever they have. We usually know kind of quickly that...reactions3comments
Blood Cancer SuperstitionsMy wife used to come to all of my oncologist appointments with me. When I was in active treatment for follicular lymphoma...reactionscomments
2023 Holiday Survival GuideThere's been a lot of discussion lately about cancer and the effects it has on family and the people close, and, well...reactions6comments
Gratefulness - Mic Drop MomentI was speaking with an acquaintance the other day about my multiple myeloma. The conversation turned to my remission of over five...reactions8comments
Out of the DarknessThe initial response to the diagnosis of blood cancer can be overwhelming. I remember feeling in denial. This could not be happening...reactions2comments
Finding My PeopleI attended a couple of cancer events recently. First was the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night. The second was a...reactions1comment
My Back Is BackHonestly, I’m unsure where I left things off regarding writing about my back. To summarize, I’ve been dealing with a bad back...reactionscomments
What Are You Supposed To Do When You DON'T Have a Support System?Anyone who reads articles on our site here at Blood-Cancer.com probably sees a lot of recurring themes. One is how important support...reactions3comments
Jumanji Path, Post-Cancer! Where Do I Turn?There is a first for everything, and today is no exception. Usually, I would create a video for you all. I love...reactions3comments
Cancer, The Holidays, and Friends and FamilyYou know, with the holidays approaching again (geeze, it seems like they come every year, doesn’t it?) I think it would be...reactions2comments
The High Potential of Cannabis in TreatmentLet me ask you a question here, in a safe, judgment-free zone. What are your thoughts on cannabis? Cannabis can be quite...reactions9comments
Supportive Dogs - Both Comfort and ChallengeOne fall day when I was a sophomore at Vassar College, my boyfriend Tim and my friend Pam and I went to...reactions7comments
Chess Or CheckersI’m sure many can relate and even say that blood cancer can be compared to some type of board game. Whether you’re...reactions3comments
Managing Holiday EnergyLet’s face it, as much as the holidays can bring joy and fun, they can often be utterly exhausting! And for those...reactionscomments
Going From Caretaken To CaregiverBeing taken care of. It’s part and parcel of living with blood cancer. Whether it's family, friends, home health aides, or even...reactions7comments
Who Is In Your Support System?Sometimes the support you find when diagnosed with blood cancer comes from unexpected places.Nine years ago, it was unchartered territory for me...reactions5comments
