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Oh right.....it's PEOPLE that matter.
I must admit, I have been a bit of a hermit for a good part of 2010. I just started school again, after taking an eight-year sabbatical, and my rigorous study schedule has forced me indoors for what feels like most of the year.
Healing
10 Things Cancer Has Taught Me
Those who have been touched by cancer--patient or family member--are compelled to do a lot of thinking. If you are a regular reader of this blog, you already know I've done a fair share of my own during the past six months.
Treatment
Bad News Today
I'm new to this. I am an EXTREMELY private person and writing something on an open forum is quite frightening.
Treatment
H1N1 Vaccine Linked to Neurological Disorders
Wow. This was totally fascinating. I know that the vaccine issue is a hot topic for debate. The "To be or not to be vaccinated" question is something I'm still not sure about, but I wanted to share this article, because it struck me as frightening, informative, and worth reading:
Treatment
Top Rated Health Apps
I stumbled upon a great list of apps that earn high ratings for helping people live healthier lives.
Diagnosis
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute in La Jolla, was representing the new-new thing: the notion that someday stem cells would play a role in gene therapy.
Wellbeing
The Autoimmune Epidemic - How We're Making Ourselves Sick
There is an Autoimmune Epidemic. You’ve heard the rumblings. Diseases like diabetes type 1, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and fibromyalgia are on the rise at an alarming rate.
Healing
Sherry Galloway - Mother and wife turns into prostate cancer research advocate.
The two most important men in Sherry Galloway’s life were diagnosed with prostate cancer – her husband Tom, then 54 years-old and her 34 year-old son Jeremy.
Wellbeing
Diagnosed at 41, survivor sets new goals.
After learning about Athletes for a Cure (AFAC), Darren Ritch fundraised and volunteered on behalf of the program at the 2008 Athletes for a Cure Triathlon at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida though unable to participate as an athlete.
Healing
Nichola Perillo - Raising awareness and funds through Chicago White Sox games.
Nichola Perillo has become a champion for prostate cancer research and the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) in honor of her father, Bruno, who passed away from the disease at age 64.
Wellbeing
Emerson Knowles
Thankful to be alive, prostate cancer survivor Emerson Knowles has a fresh perspective on life. He is committed to helping save more men and found Athletes for a Cure the perfect way to raise funds and awareness.
Wellbeing
PCF Applauds Efforts of FDA Transparency Initiative
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) supports the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Transparency Initiative launched by Commissioner Dr.
Diagnosis
Let's Play Catch Up
Hi, I'm Dan Zenka, vice president of communications for the Prostate Cancer Foundation. My blog, www.mynewyorkminute.org, was started on April 20, 2010 after I was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Treatment
Another Day, Another Milestone Along the Way
Yesterday was Humpday and tomorrow is TGIF. Today, Thursday, will forever be remembered as Lupron Day–the start of another leg of this journey.
Treatment
Celebrating 52 and Entering Man-O-Pause
It was a fine celebration weekend with no side effects crashing the gate.
Treatment
After All These Years, The "C" Word Still Brings Us To Our Knees
While early detection has vastly improved outcomes, the unknowns still grip us with fear.
Treatment
A Gift From My Cancer Diagnosis
On this journey, I have received abundant gifts of love, prayer and new perspective… but, never would I have anticipated what came my way yesterday.
Wellbeing
If You Are in the Area, Join Me For Breakfast on September 14
You are invited to register for the PCF Survivors and Supporters Breakfast in Washington D.C. But hurry because space is limited. AND it’s free!
Treatment
Living the Lupron Life
Seventeen days into the treatment, I’ve escaped some of the side effects but not others.