Updated Articles and Resources
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Holiday Gift Ideas for the Blood Cancer Patient
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Monday, November 22, 2010
Updated:
Friday, May 10, 2013
Looking for just the right gift for the blood cancer patient in your life? Here a few top suggestions. -
20 Ways to Celebrate Cancer Survivorship
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Friday, June 03, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
There are certain days, such as the anniversary of your diagnosis, your last cancer treatment, or National Cancer Survivors Day, when you should really celebrate being a leukemia, lymphoma, or myel... -
Top Bald Halloween Costumes
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Thursday, October 07, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Dealing with therapy related alopecia this Halloween season? Or did you shave your head to support a cancer diagnosed loved one? Here are some suggestions for great Halloween costumes that make the... -
Finding a Donor for a Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant
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Sunday, October 19, 2008
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Find out how to find a suitable donor for a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. -
Travel Advice For Cancer Patients
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Friday, July 29, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Give advice to fellow leukemia, lymphoma, or myeloma fighters who are planning a getaway -
How Does Cancer Effect Fertility
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Wednesday, June 08, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Learn how radiation and chemotherapy for blood cancers can cause infertility. -
5 New Years Resolutions for The Leukemia or Lymphoma Patient
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Tuesday, December 28, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Looking for some suggestions for New Years Resolutions you can actually keep? -
Frequently Asked Questions About the Flu Shot for Leukemia and Lymphoma Patients
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Friday, October 15, 2010
Updated:
Thursday, November 01, 2012
Each year as the months get colder, people debate if they should get the flu shot or not. Leukemia and lymphoma patients may worry about how safe or effective the vaccination is for them. Read thro... -
Monoclonal Antibodies
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Thursday, August 05, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Monoclonal antibodies, sometimes called “MAbs," are a new weapon in the fight against cancer. They have been designed to kill cancer cells while leaving normal cells relatively unharmed. In m... -
Have You Conceived A Child Following Cancer Treatment?
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
The ability to conceive a child after treatment for cancer can be difficult. Tell us about your experience of conceiving a child after cancer therapy. -
Have You Met Your Stem cell Donor?
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
In many programs, you have the option of meeting your stem cell donor after your transplant is completed. Have you met yours? -
National Cancer Survivors Day
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Friday, June 03, 2011
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
June 5th is National Cancer Survivors Day. How will you celebrate? -
New Years Resolutions
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Wednesday, December 29, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Tell us your New Years Resolution -
Top Gift Ideas for The Blood Cancer Patient- What Are Your Top Gift Ideas for Blood Cancer Patients
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Monday, November 22, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
What Are Great Gift Ideas For Blood Cancer Patients? -
Has Your Treatment Been Impacted by Decreased Production of Bexxar?
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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Has the treatment for your non Hodgkin lymphoma been impacted by the decreased production of Bexxar? -
Will You Get A Flu Shot This Year?
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Monday, October 18, 2010
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
At this time of year, we hear a lot about flu vaccines. Will you get one this year? Why or why not? -
What Will You be For Halloween This Year?
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Monday, October 18, 2010
Updated:
Thursday, November 01, 2012
Tell us what you will be for Halloween this year! -
How to Choose A Pharmacy
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Saturday, September 29, 2012
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Most people choose a pharmacy for its convenience, but is that the most important thing? Check out these tips for finding a great pharmacy. -
Tips to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Sleep is necessary for keeping our minds and bodies healthy, but can be hard to achieve for people with cancer. Learn these tips for managing sleep problems. -
What to Expect During a PET or PET/CT Scan
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Friday, September 28, 2012
Updated:
Wednesday, October 03, 2012
Positron Emission Tomography, or a PET scan, is able to detect abnormal cells by how they absorb and metabolize sugar. Learn what to expect during a PET scan. -
Leukemia Signs and Symptoms
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Friday, January 07, 2011
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Learn the most common signs and symptoms of leukemia,and what causes them. -
Lymphoid Cell Line
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
What is the lymphoid cell line? Where do B Cells and T cells come from? Find out here! -
Blast Cells
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Monday, January 30, 2012
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Learn what is meant by "blast cells" and what their significance is in blood cancers. -
What is a Tunneled Central Line (CVC)
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
A definition of a tunneled central line (CVC) -
What is a PICC Line?
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
An image of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) -
Myeloid Cell Line
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Friday, January 14, 2011
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
What is the myeloid cell line? Find out here. -
What is a Lumbar Puncture?
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
A lumbar puncture, or spinal tap, helps doctors to determine if abnormal cells are present in the fluid around your spine. Learn about why this procedure is done, and what to expect if you need one. -
What is Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy?
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Bone marrow testing, or aspiration and biopsy, give doctors an opportunity to see exactly what is going on with the cells in your marrow. Learn what bone marrow aspiration and biopsy is, and what t... -
What to Eat on Chemotherapy Day- Blueberry Pancakes
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Wondering what to eat on the morning of your treatment? These delicious blueberry pancakes can be made ahead and frozen for an easy meal before you head out for the cancer center. -
Managing Side Effects From Leukemia and Lymphoma Treatment
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Sunday, November 14, 2010
Updated:
Sunday, September 30, 2012
An overview of side effects of leukemia and lymphoma treatment, and how to manage them. -
What to Eat on Chemotherapy Day- Mock Chocolate Eclair
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Updated:
Sunday, September 30, 2012
This light treat is easy on the stomach any time. Enjoy this on treatment day, or any other day! -
What to Eat on Chemotherapy Day- Chicken, Barley and Bow-Tie Soup
Created:
Monday, August 23, 2010
Updated:
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Move over, chicken noodle soup! This hearty soup has all the comfort of our old favorite with a fiber boost from the barley. A great option for any meal after treatment.