Transparency is crucial when cancer has metastasized, and the patient is nearing the end of their life. In these circumstances, honest communication between healthcare providers, patients, and their loved ones is essential. It enables patients to make educated and informed decisions about their care and prepares them for the next…
Jenni Daniel BSN, RN
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Understanding Anal Cancer – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
What is Anal Cancer? When the cells of the anus become abnormal and begin to grow uncontrollably, anal cancer develops. The anus is the part of the intestine that opens to the outside of the body, allowing fecal material to pass through. Factors that can increase someone’s risk of developing…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Who can benefit from cancerGO
CancerGO is a peer-to-peer support platform that provides resources, support, and information to cancer patients and their families. It is an initiative created to help cancer patients navigate the complexities of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. But who can benefit from this platform? Below is a comprehensive look at how CancerGO…
cancerGO Founders
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The Importance of Peer-to-Peer Support and Education in the Fight Against Cancer
Cancer is a complex disease, and it can be difficult to navigate treatment options, side effects, and emotional challenges without support from others who have been there. That's why we built cancerGO: to provide a space for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors to connect, share their experiences, learn from one…
cancerGO Founders
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What is Uveal melanoma?
Uveal melanoma is a type of cancer that grows in the part of the eye that provides the pigment called melanin. Although it’s not a common form of cancer, it is the most common type affecting the eye. Factors that can make someone at higher risk of developing uveal melanoma…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Germ cell ovarian cancer: what is it ?
Germ-cell ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the germ cell of the ovary, which is the egg in the ovary. This is a rare type of ovarian cancer, as most ovarian cancers form in the cells lining the ovaries. This type of ovarian cancer is most…
Julie Scott, DNP
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The facts about floor of mouth cancer-what causes it, symptom, and treatment
Floor-of-mouth cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells that line the floor of the mouth, under the tongue. This cancer most often starts in the squamous cells that cover the oral cavity. Factors that can make someone at higher risk of developing floor of the mouth…
Julie Scott, DNP
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What are the early warning signs of esophageal cancer?
Esophageal cancer is a type of cancer that grows in the esophagus, the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. Factors that can make someone at higher risk of developing esophageal cancer include: Increasing age Heavy alcohol use History of Barrett esophagus Tobacco use Symptoms Symptoms of esophageal cancer…
Julie Scott, DNP
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The basics of Cutaneous T cell lymphoma: what it is and how it affects people
Cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, cancer that grows in the lymphatic system. More specifically, CTCL grows in the T cells, a type of white blood cell that helps to fight infection. With CTCL, these T-cells become cancerous and cause the skin to develop lesions.…
Julie Scott, DNP
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What is Acute Myeloid Leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is cancer affecting blood cells. When the myeloid cells become abnormal, these cells then grow uncontrollably. White blood cells are often affected, but red blood cells and platelets can also be affected. As these abnormal cells grow, they crowd out the bone marrow. This prevents healthy…
Julie Scott, DNP
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