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January 3, 2023
How to file for Social Security disability benefits if you have cancerA cancer diagnosis may qualify as a disability, allowing you to apply for and receive social security disability income. But it's important to know what benefits may be available to you and how to file.
December 27, 2022
HPV vaccine compliance still lags as researchers eye a one-shot protocolVarious factors and a growing mistrust of vaccines are among some of the reasons why HPV vaccine rates may lag behind traditional recommended childhood vaccines
December 20, 2022
Can a plant-based diet help patients better recover from cancer treatment?Eating a plant-based diet has so many proven benefits and may help cancer patients better manage treatment-related side effects and help them stay strong during their recovery.
December 15, 2022
Tips for cancer patients who need to travel with oxygenWhether the oxygen comes from a compressed tank, liquid oxygen units or a portable concentrator, requiring an oxygen supply may make travel a challenge.
December 8, 2022
How to cope with cancer when you’re aloneFor some cancer patients, being alone causes physical and emotional challenges that may be difficult to navigate.
December 6, 2022
Navigating a safe holiday season when you have cancerShould cancer patients avoid travel during the holidays, or are there common-sense measures they can take to travel safely?
December 1, 2022
Gift ideas for cancer patientsWhen considering a gift, it’s important to remember that every patient’s cancer journey is unique and often shape by a variety of special circumstances.
November 29, 2022
Does soy cause cancer?If you’re looking for a protein-packed alternative to meat, soy may be a good choice for you. But maybe you’ve heard a few things about soy and its connection to cancer.
November 22, 2022
Rev. Percy McCray: This holiday season, let cancer patients ‘drive the bus’One way we can help reduce a cancer patient's stress and enhance their enjoyment is by putting them in the driver’s seat and allowing them to steer the conversation.
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