A Patient Engagement Manifesto– 6 Principles of Partnership
Recently I presented at a conference on the topic of patient engagement. I spoke to the audience, mainly comprised of digital technology start-ups, about the need to find ways to…
Coping With Scanxiety: Practical Tips from Cancer Patients
“Every three to four months I get a wake-up call that my life has taken an unexpected turn. Believe me, there are daily reminders of how different I am now;…
Patient Profile: Peter Blaze Corcoran
Patient Profile Peter Blaze Corcoran June is National Men’s Health Month. This month’s patient profile emphasizes the importance of continuing to explore options for maintaining optimum health after diagnosis, treatment,…
What Does It Mean To Be An Empowered Patient?
The term “patient empowerment” is among the top buzzwords in health care circles, but as with many buzzwords, they can mean different things to different people. The term is most…
Grief, Loss, and the Cancer Experience
“In a society which is much more inclined to help you hide your pain rather than to grow through it, is necessary to make a very conscious effort to mourn.”…
Patient Advocacy: Understanding Your Illness
The news that you, or a loved one, has a serious illness can be a terrible blow. You may be faced with an array of emotions ranging from shock to…
Fact or Fiction: 10 Common Breast Cancer Myths Busted
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while many of us may think there is already plenty of awareness of breast cancer these days, it’s quite surprising how many myths…
How To Cope With Cancer-Related Fatigue
We all know what it’s like to feel tired – physically, mentally and emotionally, but usually after some relaxation and a good night’s sleep, we are ready to take on…
Introducing Darla Brown: An Empowered Patient
“People with cancer who actively participate in their fight for recovery along with their physicians and healthcare professionals will improve the quality of their lives and may enhance the possibility…
How to Read and Understand a Scientific Paper
In a previous article, How to Read Beyond the Headline: 9 Essential Questions to Evaluate Medical News, I recommended you should always try to read an original study (if cited)…
15 Tips To Get the Most From Your Doctor’s Visit
Have you ever had the experience of leaving the doctor’s office wishing you had remembered to ask a certain question? Or have you left it until the very end to…
The Importance of Caregivers
