April 2015 Vol 1 No 2
Financial assistance is available from programs such as the American Cancer
Society’s Health Insurance Assistance Service (HIAS) that can connect patients with
cancer with health insurance specialists. Read More ›
“My nurse navigator recommended acupuncture to treat the pain. The key is to find an acupuncturist who is skilled and trained in treating patients with cancer,” says Ginger Modiri, wife, mother, and grandmother. Read More ›
“Up to 68% of patients with breast cancer experience shoulder pain and/or restricted motion of the shoulder during or after treatment,” says Dr. Eric Wisotzky. Read More ›
April is a head and neck cancer awareness month. Approximately 59,340 new cases of head and neck cancer will be diagnosed in 2015, according to the American Cancer Society, and 12,290 deaths from these cancers are expected this year. Read More ›
By Tracy Wright
Although routine screenings and regular preventive care are at the forefront of early cancer detection, sometimes just being in the right place at the right time can make all the difference. Read More ›
By Dana Taylor
In the first 3 months of 2015, new developments in myeloma drugs could have important implications for the survival and quality of life of patients with multiple myeloma. Read More ›
An overview of causes, top risks, and treatment options of esophageal cancer by nurse navigator
Cheryl Bellomo. Read More ›
Hope for Two was founded in the fall of 1997 by 3 women who met and bonded over a shared experience—all 3 were diagnosed and treated for cancer while pregnant. Read More ›
When first diagnosed with cancer, the diagnosis, treatment options, and choices can be overwhelming. Your oncology navigator can help you sort through some of the confusion. Read More ›