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Breast Cancer
I am a 12 year breast cancer survivor and a member of the Reach to Recovery from the American Cancer Society. If you have additional questions send me an ...
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- K., Though I don't have any advise for you regarding what to ask the Dr. I just wanted to give you my support and wish you well what happens. I truly pray for the b...
- You probably won't see this before you see your doctor. Just want to say get a second opinion and don't let them rush you - unless it's an agressive, fast growing type...
- First of all, I'm very sorry you have to go through this stress! I will add you to my prayers! I found this link: http://www.medicinenet.com/breast_cancer_questions...
Unexplained Uterine Bleeding Since May 2007
September is Nat'L Cancer Awareness Month! The American Cancer Society reports more than 15000 women will die from ovarian cancer this year. ...
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- I have had similar instances before and it is quite irritating to say the least. I am certain that this interferes with your love life. When my honeymoon was plagued...
- And now you know why what a doctor does is called a "practice"! Having worked with many doctors in my career, I may be a little bit jaded, especially when the doctor ...
- YES, go to another doctor....BUT I wanted to add something to consider. This may not apply to you - but just in case, I wanted to share (I'll try to make this short). ...
Fetal Developement
She can go to the American Cancer Society website to get information and suggestions on ways to stop. One of my best friends was able to kick the habit 4 ...
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- Tobacco is one of the most addictive chemicals out there. The only way your friend will be able to quit, is if SHE wants to. Even then it is so hard many people can ne...
- Here's a good resource that goes though all the effects: http://www.drspock.com/article/0,1510,5854,00.html The article also suggests methods to stop. There is a l...
- Hi C., My college roommate was a smoker when she was pregnant many years ago. She felt terribly guilty about this, but was addicted. My way of dealing with i...
Funeral Gift
If the person died of cancer, the American Cancer Society or specific cancer groups like the Susan Komen breast cancer foundation are good candidates. ...
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- GS, Have you thought about www.starregistry.com/? You can name a star after the children. I'm sorry for your loss. K.
- Dear GS, It is completely appropriate to give money or help out in any way possible, especially, in that type of situation. I can't tell you how many last minute e...
- I think that money in the deceased name for the education of the grandchildren is an absolutely fantastic idea. What a way for her to be remembered and have her influ...
Breast Cancer
I am an American Cancer Society Reach to Recovery Associate. If you need or want additional info send me a note privately. Learn to eliminate any and all ...
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- I had breast cancer at age 50, 13 years ago! About 1cm in right breats, had a mastectomy, chemo NO RADIATION ! CAT was the chemo and six months, then I was fine. No na...
- I will be praying for you and your family. I am walking for my 4th year in the breast cancer 3-day walk in Nov. and will leave next week to go to Boston to crew the ...
- 7 years ago on the 18th of July, I received the call from my radiologist telling me that I joined this crazy pink ribbon club, and for the next 10 months, I ran on the...
How Do I Explain Death to a Two Year Old?
Start preparing her with his condition- cancer. It is hard explaining cancer to a child. Have you contacted the American Cancer Society and asked them if ...
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- I don't know what to say, but I did once hear really good advice on what NOT to say...never tell her that he "went to sleep and never woke up" or any variation involvi...
- Hi - I'm a cancer survivor. Two year olds tend to blurt things out so I wouldn't attempt to explain death to her at this point. Perhaps you should explain to her that ...
- Dear K., First let me say that I am sorry for you and your families pain at this difficult time. As for your 3yr old, let things go for now and take some time to gu...
Looking for the Best Aluminum Free Deodorant
There is even less evidence of any relationship to cancer. The American Cancer Society issued a statement that there is no scientific evidence to support ...
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- Have you tried taking a trip down the deodorant isle and making a list of all the brands that do not list aluminum as an ingredient then trying each one until you find...
- My total fave is lemon-scented Weleda, which they carry at Whole Foods on Alabama. The one risk is that it comes in a glass container and I have had at least one of th...
- adidas has one that should be coming back out on the market soon. i like the arm and hammer natural, but its a little hard to find.
Sympathy Gift
I've done American Red Cross, American Cancer Society, and Susan G. Koelman to name a few, and you can do it online and they'll send a card for you. ...
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- other than flowers taking food is always a good thing, bc you usually do not want to have to cook in times like that. other than that i am not sure what you would do.
- Hi, I lost my brother a year ago and a lot of people brought my family and I food. We appreciated it so much. We didnt have to worry about going to the store and fixin...
- I love Catherine's idea of making a donation in his honor. That is a fantastic idea and something that can help someone else that is in need, as well. I agree in fin...
Recommendations for Sunscreen and Bug Repellent - Deet or All-Natural?
As an esthetician and volunteer for the American Cancer Society, I've heard heart breaking stories of bad sunburns on infants . ...
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- Hi T.. I have tried the majority of bugsprays out there that do not contain DEET. Honestly, none of them worked well at all. My MD suggested finding the one on the she...
- Hi T., I recently received an email saying that Listerine (the original medicinal kind) works well as an insect repellent. I guess you just spray it around the are...
- I understand your concern. I think you'll be able to find more organic/natural sunscreens without too much issue. Check with the Pedi about sunscreen on the baby but...
Smoking and Breastfeeding
There are so many resources out there - American Cancer Society, WebMd, etc. Please find one and get the help you need. Throw away anything related to ...
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- I just wanted to say congrats on the birth of your baby and also good for you for reaching out to this site. I think the very act of doing so was an act of love for y...
- I am not a smoker but I have close family members who are and I did a lot of research when I had my first. If my relatives wanted to come over and visit, I asked that...
- I'm not and never have been a smoker, so while I can sit here and make suggestions I do realize that it is easier said than done. My mom was a smoker for 20 years and...
