Hearing I had cancer Some one asked me how I felt when I discovered I had cancer. That question instantly took me back to that Monday after Thanksgiving in 2006. I had gone to the Emergency Room, at a nearby hospital, in the middle of the early morning hours with a severe restricting pain in…
Frozen fruit—harvested ripe and frozen quickly—is packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. No wonder diets rich in fruits (fresh, canned, frozen or dried) can help protect against chronic diseases. This easy smoothie bowl is filled with frozen berries, and topped with nutrient-rich toppings. It’s healthy enough for your next breakfast, lunch or filling snack. …
Without warning, as often happens with cancer patients and their caregivers, everything in my life “changed on a dime.” It’s appropriate then, for my 1st entry into the Phoenix Cancer Support Network monthly blog, to give a short accounting as to how I became involved with this wonderful organization. As a practicing gastroenterologist in the…
I have always been a person who loves to help out and give back when I can. In fact, I am much better at giving than receiving. This past year has been very eye opening. It has been a lesson on how quickly one’s life can change and that nobody is protected from this horrible disease. Through my…
If you met me today you wouldn’t have any idea that I lost my eighth rib and that my spine had been reconstructed with rods, brackets and several cages. While I will never wear low V-back dresses again or take up golf or skiing, I am healthy and life has never been better. At 68…
I remember waiting by the garage door with my nose pushed up against the freezing cold glass, hoping the next car lights that I saw come up the road through the darkness would belong to his yellow, 1980-something, 2-door BMW. I can still smell the minty scent of his Halls cough drops and the sound…
Who doesn’t like a smoothie? They are convenient and delicious. But for someone undergoing treatment for cancer, a smoothie is an especially great choice. When you’re not feeling at your best and your appetite may be waning, a smoothie is a great way to take in some vital nutrients and stay hydrated – super important…
