Survivorship

Gail Mahar, RN, MSN, OCN, APRN-BC, from Knoxville, TN, shares a poem of empathy.

“My nurse navigator recommended acupuncture to treat the pain. The key is to find an acupuncturist who is skilled and trained in treating patients with cancer,” says Ginger Modiri, wife, mother, and grandmother.

Although routine screenings and regular preventive care are at the forefront of early cancer detection, sometimes just being in the right place at the right time can make all the difference. 

Hope for Two was founded in the fall of 1997 by 3 women who met and bonded over a shared experience—all 3 were diagnosed and treated for cancer while pregnant.

An insightful poem by Laurence Jones.

Dr. Julie Silver, Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, illuminates the positive impact animals can have in supporting, helping, and healing patients with cancer.

The care of patients with cancer and their families involves a team approach from the time of diagnosis and along the continuum of care.

Patients who respond to these targeted treatments generally see the side effects as a small price to pay for the life-extending benefit of these new therapies.

Early identification of the unwanted symptoms of cancer and of treatment helps to improve the quality of life of patients and increase their trust in the healthcare system.

This column is written for survivors and their loved ones who are seeking information and inspiration, an infusion of hope.

Yoga supports the mind, body, and spirit of patients with cancer and their caregivers during and beyond treatment. The practice of yoga cultivates physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects to enhance recovery and well-being.