Seasons of survival
Happily as happens time and again, as soon as I start thinking about a certain post for this blog or come across an interesting study, I find another link or article which expands… Continue reading
Tag Archive: breast cancer
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When cancer is a lone journey
I was very lucky to have great support from family during my cancer treatment. That support was vital to my recovery on both a practical and emotional level. So, I felt quite sad and humbled… Continue reading
Lowering your estrogen levels may prevent cancer recurrence
Research published last year, suggests women may be able to lower their risk of recurrence by taking steps to reduce their estrogen levels. A study of more than 300 breast cancer patients found… Continue reading
Role of diet in cancer prevention
As the link between diet and cancer becomes clearer, and studies show some links between certain foods and cancer, people are increasingly looking to nutrition as a way to prevent or even survive… Continue reading
Losing a mother to breast cancer
I mentioned Dawn Porter’s excellent documentary, “My Breasts Could Kill Me ” which was shown on Sky 1 earlier this week. Dawn’s mother died from breast cancer when she was only 34, two… Continue reading
Identical twins with breast cancer at the same time
As Phil Mickelson’s wife and mother both undergo treatment for breast cancer at the same time, I wonder how many other families are dealing with a similar situation? I personally know of two… Continue reading
Phil Mickelson’s mother diagnosed with breast cancer
Six weeks after Phil Mickelson announced his wife had breast cancer, his mother has been diagnosed with the disease and is to have surgery later this week. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported on its Web… Continue reading
PARP inhibitors show promise in fight against cancer
New drugs known as PARP inhibitors are showing promise as treatment for some of the most aggressive types of breast cancer, according to recent research. The promise could yield a brand new direction… Continue reading
Casting for Recovery
I have read about Casting for Recovery, fly-fishing retreats for women who’ve been through breast cancer before, so am delighted to learn that last month they had their first retreat in the Republic… Continue reading
