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Cancer Survivorship: A Raging Epidemic?
According to a report issued last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the number of cancer survivors in the United States increased to 11.7 million in 2007….nearly a 20 percent rise in the number of survivors living in 2001. Why the increase? Primarily, we can…
Targeting a Plan to Overcome the Challenges of Cancer Survivorship Care
Editor’s Note: The following is a recap of a recent article published in Cancer Therapy Advisor. All rights reserved. It reports on a session dedicated to survivorship care at the May 2015 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). By Beth Sanders Moore As of 2012 in the United States there were…
Cancer Survivorship Plans: The Next Phase of Cancer Care is Here and Now
Editor’s Note: The following is a recap of a recent article published in Texas Medicine, the monthly publication of the Texas Medical Association (TMA). All rights reserved. TMA is the largest state medical society in the nation, representing more than 48,000 physician and medical student members. It is located in Austin and has 110 component…
Transforming Cancer Survivorship Through Research and Best Practice
I’m already jotting down questions for the panel of this March 2015 symposium, and looking forward to participating as an observer. Produced by the University of Cincinnati Cancer Institute Survivorship Program, the event features as speakers the All Stars of Cancer Survivorship: Julia H. Rowland, PhD, Director, NCI Office of Cancer Survivorship; Patricia Ganz, MD…
Meditation To Help Cancer Survivors Achieve Mind-Body Wellness
Founded in ancient religious and spiritual traditions, mediation is growing in practical acceptance to promote physical relaxation, guide spirituality, and improve our mind-body wellness. Some underestimate the possible health benefits that can be achieved by finding a quiet location, getting into a comfortable posture, and focusing our attention and attitude toward something positive. But, many…
Better Equipping Primary Care Physicians to Care for Cancer Survivors
There’s encouraging news out today that Americans’ risk of dying of cancer has declined 20 percent over the past two decades. The drop in cancer deaths has translated into a growing population of survivors of the disease, particularly in children. But there’s more data recently published. It questions whether primary care doctors are prepared to…
Slow Down and Enjoy Your Holidays, Survivors! Savor The Magic
The holiday season can be difficult for cancer survivors who have experienced a major change or loss in their life. Feelings of loneliness, isolation and sadness are common and holiday traditions can be painful reminders of how different life has become. Some are fearful that this may be their last Christmas. Others may be worried…
At Last! Study Says Chronicling Cancer Experience Online Reduces Depressive Symptoms Among Survivors
As a society, we are increasingly moving online to tell our friends, family and co-workers – sometimes indeed, the world – about our personal experiences with cancer. I’m a longtime believer that journaling or chronicling one’s cancer journey is rehabilitative to our emotional well-being. Since I was diagnosed in 2001, I’ve jotted down my survivor…
Recession-Born Nonprofit Grows into Third Birthday Shoes, Primed to Make Footprint in Healthy Cancer Survivorship Awareness
CancerForward just passed its third birthday, giving a nod to the milestone but taking little time to celebrate. As the day approached and went, there was too much work to be done. Our plate was piled high with opportunities for the future and the need to keep our body growing stronger. You’re not seeing crocodile…