Those of you who have been through chemotherapy have probably noticed some changes with your cognitive skills.  Those around you have noticed that you now may have problems remembering things.  This effect is known as “chemobrain”.   Chemobrain describes the difficulty with the cognitive ability of mentally processing or understanding things after chemotherapy and other cancer […]

As we near the end of National Breast Cancer Month, it doesn’t mean we put in on the back burner until next October.  It means we should remain diligent in doing our monthly self-breast exams and yearly annual mammograms.  Remember, early detention is the key.     I know some of you use the excuse that you […]

This is just a short note to let you know on October 13, 2018 between the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm ChambluCAPS Modern Care and Dawn’s Creations Salon will be providing free pampering services to cancer survivors and caregivers.  The services will take place in Owings Mills and registration is REQUIRED.  If you […]

I am pleased to announce that I will be starting a cancer support group the third Wednesday of each month starting, Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 1:30 PM. The meeting will be held at John Booth Senior Center located at 2601 E Baltimore St in Baltimore’s Patterson Park. This meeting is for all ages and all […]

I recently received an e-mail from the American Cancer Society (ACS) that answers questions to four common cancer questions.  I would  like to share the questions and answers with you.   Question #1:  If cancer runs in my family, does that mean I’ll get cancer? Answer:  The reality is that most people diagnosed with cancer don’t […]

If you have not experienced cancer yourself, I am sure you know of someone who has.  Being told by a loved one that they have cancer can be a very frightening thing.  This admission makes each of us realize how vulnerable we are and perhaps it could be you getting this diagnosis.  As a result, […]

Why did I get cancer?  That is a question many of us may have when we get our cancer diagnosis.  I eat right, I exercise and I am a good person that treat others the way I want to be treated so why am I the person now facing this battle that can take my […]

I apologize for this late notice, but I just found out Casting For Recovery  (a national nonprofit support and education program for women with breast cancer is offering a  free retreat for military women (veteran or active duty). These retreats will provide medical and psychosocial sessions that will support women navigating issues related to their […]

Last week I gave you a few tips to help you through your cancer journey and I promised I would provide you with more tips this week so here we go.   Have a good support network whether its friends, family, healthcare providers or others that have gone through a cancer journey.  Stay away from […]

  Getting a cancer diagnosis is a very scary experience that will change your life forever. However, as you go through your journey day by day, I do have a few tips to assist you through this very challenging time in your life.   Connect to a higher power to draw strength in your dark […]