If you’ve recently had a mammogram, you may have discovered that you have dense breast tissue. What does it mean? How does it affect your results and prognosis for breast cancer? The definition of dense tissue Fibrous and fatty tissue give breast their size and shape, holding in place glandular tissue, home of the lobules … Continue reading Mammograms and Breast Cancer – The Problem with Dense Tissue
Attitude is everything whether the cancer diagnosis is for a family member, friend or you, the aftermath of diagnosis is often devastating. A range of emotions are soaring through your mind, and you’re wondering if you have what it takes to beat this disease. Fortunately, when you equip yourself with the right attitude, used … Continue reading Living with Cancer – Attitude is Everything in Living with Cancer
It’s difficult to find anyone whose life hasn’t been touched by cancer. The person in front of you at the grocery store or sitting next to you in the movie theater could tell you about a family member or co-worker diagnosed with the disease. Inspired by their courage, these friends and family members carry on … Continue reading Friends and Family Rally to Promote Cancer Research and Awareness
Two out of three Americans can expect to serve as a family caregiver at some point in their lifetime. With cancer predicted to outstrip heart disease as the leading cause of death in America, many family caregivers will be caring for cancer patients. But those cold, impersonal facts are far removed from the intensely personal … Continue reading Cancer Caregivers Must Take Care for Themselves Too
When living with cancer you may find yourself too preoccupied to take part in activities you normally enjoy. It’s important to focus on taking time for yourself and improving your quality of life. Even small pleasures can make a big difference in maintaining a positive mental attitude. Defining quality of life is highly personal. Only you … Continue reading Improving Your Quality of Life When Living With Cancer
The scent of cancer caused a national ruckus recently when a New Mexico school principal banned a mother with stage 4 breast cancer from participating in school activities with her children (see our November 18, 2013 tweets). Why? School staff complained about her smell! The incident raised the ire of people in the woman’s own … Continue reading Scientists Are Sniffing Out Cancer’s Scent