John Parkinson
John is a Contributing Editor for The Lynx Group. Along with writing for the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators (AONN+) and CONQUER: the patient voice magazine, he has also written about other medical fields including ophthalmology and diabetes.
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Nate Loch’s attitude and demeanor shaped his approach to a life-threatening brain tumor, subsequent complications, and the prospects of a long recovery while serving as a reminder about the fragility of life.
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Romance and intimacy often take a back seat when battling cancer. Here are some tips on how couples can celebrate Valentine’s Day and stay connected during cancer treatment.
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important while undergoing cancer treatment.
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When thinking about prevention in 2019, here are some tips for reducing cancer risks and gaining the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.
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Find ways to keep your holiday traditions going and your mood upbeat.
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With the holidays upon us, the desire to see loved ones or the opportunity to just enjoy some time away might come up, so here are some travel tips and considerations for people with cancer.
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It’s important to understand the nuances of this test, along with your family history, so you can make an informed decision on when to begin testing and how frequently.
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By creating Debbie’s Friends Fund, Cherise Poserina found a way to remember her mother and support women fighting breast cancer.
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The human papillomavirus (HPV) causes more than 30,000 cancers annually. As a new school year unfolds, the HPV vaccine should be put into consideration for children and young adults.
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New Jersey’s EAKFEST is one-part haunted wooded trail, one-part fall festival, and one-part cystic fibrosis fundraiser.
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“This all stemmed from seeing the therapy dog at the hospital and believing I could make a difference, especially after the situation I went through,” says Kelli Coppinger about her dog, Bandit, becoming a therapy dog.
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Chef Ryan Callahan has released his latest book, Cooking for Kids with Cancer, as a way to help families deal with flavor and diet changes and empowering them to take control back in their lives through cooking.
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Breast cancer survivor Mary Ficco used Facebook as a way to detail her cancer experience, serving as an advocate to other women about the importance of health screenings and showing empowerment in the face of treatment.
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During the time Chef Ryan Callahan served as his mom’s caregiver, he helped her appreciate the taste of food again, and, in the process, learned that he had the makings of a cookbook that addressed an often overlooked side effect.
Last modified: January 14, 2019