What to do? Is it Right for you? Yes, Please! The emergence of the COVID-19 vaccine comes with a lot of mixed emotions. Some view it as a cure to this long pandemic-driven quarantine and the first step toward some sense of normality, with hopes to once again hug grandchildren and dine with friends without […]
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Health For The Holidays
The holiday season has officially begun and people all over the world have started preparing for Christmas. It is a magical time of year, filled with holiday get-togethers, hot cocoa, baking, Hallmark Movies, tree-lightings, shopping, and other festivities. While many will describe it as their “favorite time of year,” if you or a loved one […]
Are You Where You Want To Be With Your Diabetes?
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. In America today, almost everyone knows at least one person who has Diabetes. The Center for Disease Control informs us that 34.2 million Americans have diabetes and 88 million adult Americans have pre-diabetes. Diabetes is a well-known disorder, however, often the complexity of the disease is not well understood. While […]
Cholangiocarcinoma
Hopefully, you have been fortunate enough to never have heard the word “cholangiocarcinoma” come from the lips of a doctor or a loved one. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same… What in the world is Cholangiocarcinoma? Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare cancer, which is also known as cancer of the bile duct. The ducts of the […]
HOW TO PREPARE FOR MANAGING YOUR HEALTH DURING ANOTHER LOCKDOWN
It is no secret that coronavirus cases are on the rise again. In a time of such uncertainty, how can you be best prepared to ensure your health does not suffer during this time? How can you ensure that you have all the tools you need to manage your needs if the country goes back […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The American Cancer Association reports that aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women. In 2020, over 325,000 new cases of breast cancer in the US are expected to be diagnosed in women. In the U.S.,1 of every 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer does […]
Rare Disorder or Misdiagnosed?How a Private Patient Advocate Can Help
Perhaps you are given a diagnosis that just doesn’t seem right for you. Perhaps your symptoms don’t add up to what your healthcare provider told you. Or…perhaps you were diagnosed with a rare disease and not offered much treatment or management plan. If this sounds like you or someone you know, then continue reading… Sadly, […]
PA, NP, MD, DO, Resident, Fellow…how are these titles different?
Years ago a person wearing a white coat in a hospital or medical office was a doctor…plain and simple. Well…this is no longer the case. As if the healthcare system isn’t confusing enough, providers with various acronyms all wear white coats. So how do you know who is who, and what exactly do they all […]
Childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Being a parent can be a wonderful experience yet exhausting and challenging. If your child becomes ill with cancer, the challenge becomes overwhelming. Things can change overnight, and as a parent or caregiver of that child, you may often feel lost and defeated. While you want to focus all […]
Is it Okay to Change Oncologists?
The short answer; ABSOLUTELY! A cancer diagnosis hits patients and loved ones like a brick. Most often you are unfamiliar with the ins and outs of the diagnosis, especially initially. Cancer management is time-sensitive and you may feel rushed to make life-altering decisions while trying to cope with the emotional aspects and everything else. You […]