Live Life EVERY DAY!! We provide information, advice, and insights for those dealing with serious ailments and their families. By Joel Evans, a six-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. Podcasts are tied to our multimedia blog: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com With infographics, videos, and more.
Living Well While Surviving Cancer
During these complex times, including the recent death of Queen Elizabeth II, there is a monumental anniversary. One that is in danger of diminishing in importance among many people. We are referring to the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/09/09/sunday-is-not-just-about-the-nfl/
A star in his field, Michael Tilson Thomas has been a musical conductor for 50+ years. In 2021, he was diagnosed with brain cancer. He is an inspiration in the way he is acting today. #inspiration #braincancer This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/09/07/using-music-to-deal-with-brain-cancer/
We examine an under-appreciated market segment. People with disabilities as influencers. Note: More often, we now see that medically-related goods and services use actual cancer victims in their messages. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/06/14/people-with-disabilities-as-influencers/
The war in Ukraine has had a terrible physical and psychological toll. Nonetheless, there are heroes galore. Today, we look at physicians as cancer heroes during the Ukraine war. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/05/05/physicians-as-cancer-heroes-during-the-ukraine-war/
A new treatment for liver cancer isolates the organ and “bathes” it in chemotherapy. With positive effects in almost 90% of patients. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/04/13/a-new-liver-cancer-treatment/
The four videos below are examples from the last two years. [Note: By clicking the preceding link, you may also access other videos and webinars.] This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/03/15/patient-centricity-in-clinical-trials/
This year's campaign theme— #BreaktheBias —spotlights the individual and collective biases against women that fuel gender inequality. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/03/09/in-honor-of-the-women-in-our-lives/
Recently, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs published a three-part series on this topic. We report highlights. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/03/01/cancer-prevention-and-veterans/
Every cancer story makes me tear up. But, this story makes me even sadder. Such a young, inspirational person should not have to endure all Nightbirde endured. Before her death, she prepared a YouTube video shared after her death. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/23/in-memory-of-nightbirde-an-amazing-person/
Besides its excellent fundraising efforts, SU2C receives an A rating from Charity Watch. As well as a four-star rating (the highest grade) from Charity Navigator. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/17/stand-up-to-cancer/
I am blessed to celebrate the anniversary of my Whipple surgery each year. In 2021, my family and I came up with the term Whippleversary. I am so grateful for Whippleversary seven in 2022. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/15/grateful-for-whippleversary-seven/
Because many of us will be watching the Super Bowl this Sunday, today's post may help us to think healthier. After all, a lot of “junk” food is consumed while viewing. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/10/have-fun-but-think-healthy-during-sb-lvi/
Let's look at warning signs of pancreatic cancer. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/08/warning-signs-of-pancreatic-cancer/
With embedded podcast available within the blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/02/01/new-cancer-vaccine-is-promising/
Less selling, more science can best help doctors navigate complex new cancer treatments, report suggests. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/27/pharma-reps-need-to-provide-solid-info/
To be truly happy, become YOUR best you in 2002. Ponder the fifty things noted below. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/25/become-your-best-you-in-2022/
In the following video, the head of the Lustgarten Foundation highlights 21 accomplishments that it accomplished in 2021. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/18/lustgartens-progress-toward-finding-a-pc-cure-in-2021/
It seems amazing that a decades-old antidepressant could help with glioblastoma. Yet, consider the following research. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/13/will-prozac-help-combat-brain-cancer/
In 2021, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommended major expansions of the populations that should undergo routine screening for lung or colorectal cancer. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/11/expanded-lung-and-colorectal-cancer-screening/
These are our five most-viewed surviving cancer posts from 2021. Clink the link to read the full post. In alphabetical order. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/06/a-recap-of-our-most-viewed-posts-for-2021/
We wish you a very healthy New Year 2022!! This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2022/01/04/healthy-new-year-2022/
Today, we examine a promising new ultrasound-reading AI. Recently approved by the FDA. #cancer This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/12/21/a-promising-new-ultrasound-reading-ai/
These poems represent a potpourri of messages meant to inspire us through tough events. At least one of them should touch your heart. And challenge you to do better. [Note: Click the images to see the sources. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/12/02/poems-to-inspire-us/
We encourage YOU to participate Worldwide Giving Tuesday 2021. It is today. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/30/worldwide-giving-tuesday-2021/
Cute video. have a great day with your family and friends. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/25/cute-happy-thanksgiving-message/
Happy Thanksgiving 2021. But, please be careful. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/23/happy-thanksgiving-2021/
With a video. Today, we look at the 2021 World Pancreatic Cancer Day. #worldpancreaticcancerday This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/18/2021-world-pancreatic-cancer-day/
Today, we consider the War on Cancer turns 50. Yes, it's 50 years since the federal government launched this battle. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/16/the-war-on-cancer-turns-50/
To help caregiver cope with their many tasks, we highlight some video advice for caregivers. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/11/09/video-advice-for-caregivers/
All we can say is go Brian!!! You are a shining example for all of us. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/28/an-inspirational-stage-iv-cancer-story/
Today, we present the Project Purple interview with Joel Evans. Available as a YouTube video and as a podcast. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/25/project-purple-interview-with-joel-evans/
it's important to develop sustainable strategies that help us stay grounded and calm This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/20/is-your-body-telling-you-to-slow-down/
Through this discussion, we want to express our appreciation for all caretakers who do so much for us!! ❤️ This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/15/my-hero-the-loml/
For my fellow determined cancer victims, the next part of the story is interesting. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/12/2021-lustgarten-walk-for-pancreatic-cancer-research/
A “time machine” shows how to reverse the cancer before it spreads through the pancreas. #pancreaticcancer #pancreaticcancerresearch This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/10/05/the-latest-pancreatic-cancer-advances/
Worldwide, just 12% of women said in 2020 that they received testing for any cancer in the past 12 months. #cancer #womenshealth This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/22/women-need-more-cancer-testing/
For this discussion, we turn to a great new article in the New England Journal of Medicine by Monica M. Bertagnolli and Harpreet Singh. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/15/older-adults-underrepresented-in-cancer-research/
Now, our furry friends may help with brain cancer. Wouldn't that be wonderful? This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/08/our-furry-friends-may-help-with-brain-cancer/
To determine the best and worst cities for mental health care, we identified seven important ranking factors. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/14/best-and-worst-u-s-cities-for-mental-health-care/
We honor September 11 by thinking about the things that unite us. Not those that divide us. As well as by being kind to the families whose loved ones perished. And appreciating the bravery and commitment of first responders. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/11/twentieth-anniversary-of-september-11-2001/
To say this is disappointing would be an understatement. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/09/02/roche-pulls-the-plug-on-its-breast-cancer-drug/
Having occasional feelings of anxiety is a normal part of life, but people with anxiety disorders experience frequent and excessive anxiety, fear, terror and panic in everyday situations. These feelings are unhealthy if they affect your quality of life and prevent you from functioning normally. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/31/coping-with-anxiety-and-depression/
View or listen to our Interview by Cancer U's Andrea Wilson Woods. It is available as a YouTube video or an audio podcast. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/27/our-interview-by-cancer-us-andrea-wilson-woods/
Now, we have good news regarding new research on waking up T cells. Still in the early stages. But promising. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/17/new-research-on-waking-up-t-cells/
In this post, we highlight the colors signifying various cancers. Show YOUR support! This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/12/cancer-ribbons/
The study results indicate a very strong interaction. P-L-E-A-S-E keep these findings in mind! This episode is also available as a blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/05/new-research-on-alcohol-consumption-and-cancer/
To help, today's post covers tips to keep doing desirable habits. Try not to give up!!!! This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/08/11/tips-to-keep-doing-desirable-habits/
As of now, we see very disturbing news about a new Alzheimer's drug. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/07/22/disturbing-news-about-a-new-alzheimers-drug/
Let us consider diabetes – insulin – and cancer. As we approach the 100th anniversary of the innovation of insulin. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/07/20/diabetes-insulin-and-cancer/
We know that many patients are resistant. Thus, the importance of motivating patients to follow medical advice. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/07/15/motivating-patients-to-follow-medical-advice/
By becoming cancer literate, we may diagnose a cancer early and reduce the adverse effects of cancer. This episode is also available as a multimedia blog post: https://survivingcancerembracinglife.com/2021/07/13/increase-your-cancer-knowledge/