The Day That Changed My Life - Chemotherpay What To Expect?

Once the diagnosis has been given, the next phase is to begin the treatment process. Dr. Eric Mayer of Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Center discusses the chemotherapy treatment plan, the side effects and the details of what one may experience during the treatment. It's a delicate process and meeting with a team who walks you through the steps of treatment is essential.

The chemotherapy is quite common. However, there are options available. Some prefer to wear a wig, hat, scarf or nothing at all. We have also included some wonderful videos that may be helpful. Kelley Tuthill is a television reporter and a breast cancer survivor who was treated at Dana- Farber. She graciously shares her tips for headscarf tying and selecting wigs which will add to a really great look.

While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever.

The Day That Changed My Life - Tom Brokaw faces Multiple Myeloma

Once again cancer has touched a familiar face. Many are surprised and saddened by the news that Tom Brokaw has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma a cancer of the bone marrow, which is known to be quite difficult to treat. However, Mr. Brokaw a well known and respected American television journalist, also known as the anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News remains optimistic on his prognosis. In fact, he still works on various projects for NBC News. On the other hand, there are many unknown families who are facing multiple myeloma and while they silently face the uncertain journey, it is important that we send our thoughts, prayers and well wishes to them all.

Cancer patients can be overwhelmed as they navigate through the treatment plan options. Integrative Therapy is an essential part of the journey as it works to address the needs of the individual patient. Dana Farber Cancer Institute is known to be a leader in the treatment of Multiple Myeloma and also provides a comprehensive range of services for patients through the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies.

While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever.

The Day That Changed My Life - Conversations on Survivorship

Recent studies have indicated that the number of cancer survivors have increased due to the improvements/advances in treatment options and access to healthcare. As we love to highlight the journey of those diagnosed with cancer, it is also important to explore the breakthroughs and the barriers. Dr. Kenneth Miller is the Director of the Lance Armstrong and Mr. Thomas Sellers, an advocate in cancer survivorship share an insightful conversation on the advances and the challenges that exist for cancer survivors.

While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme cancer changes our lives forever.


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The Day That Changed My Life - Journey of a Family

When cancer comes a knocking, it can knock at anyone's door. Here we found a family whose lives were changed by cancer when Charlie was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a cancer of the bone marrow and blood which progresses rapidly without treatment. Therefore, it's important to start treatment as quickly as possible once there is a diagnosis.

The Riders share their incredible journey one that had its setbacks yet they held on tight as a unit - we had to share it with you. Be prepared to fall in love with the Rider family.

While each journey is unique, we all share a common theme - cancer changes our lives forever......