Q. I’ve been diagnosed with DCIS, and after my lumpectomy I’ll be having radiation. What does radiation do, exactly?A. Radiation therapy, in a nutshell, is the use of x-rays to destroy cancer cells. Its delivery is directed by a radiation oncologist. (A radiologist, on the other hand, is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing disease... Read more
Sounds like a rather sick infomercial, doesn’t it? “Cure your breast cancer in a single afternoon! Order now, and pay just….” Oh, maybe $35,000 or so, plus “handling.” Strangely enough, though, Europeans have had access to this single-day cancer treatment for years. And it’s gradually making its way... Read more
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we offer our final 10 inspirations. We hope these posts speak to you.
Forget "Survivor;" We Are Cancer Conquerors“Survivor” is a made-for-TV word. We’re MUCH stronger than that! What To Do When Everything Goes WrongYes, you CAN choose your attitude. ... Read more
We trust you’ve been enjoying our daily Healing Moments. Here are 10 new posts to take you through the heart of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We hope these posts speak to you. Diagnosis: Breast Cancer? Carpe Diem Has being diagnosed with cancer changed the way you live… for the better? Who Will YOU Be This Year? Enjoy the woman you... Read more
So, you have breast cancer. Or your mother’s had it, and you’re scared. A friend died of breast cancer. Or maybe you’ve felt a lump in your breast, and with sinking heart and a panicky mind you’re searching the Internet for information…Whatever the specific reason you’re visiting this site, your overarching... Read more
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