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Worthy Wisdom
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May 3rd 2007 5:18PM Jacki,
Welcome home! Looking forward to hearing your words of wisdom, insight, everything you've experienced while at the ranch. So, the benefits were worth a million! It's so kind of you to share with everyone.
I've said it before, all of the Bloggers are the greatest! You share, advise, direct people, support, allow us into your lives as we allow you into ours. I'm not sure how others feel, for myself it allows a sense of security, knowing there are people out there that really do care.
So, to all bloggers and those who respond with their opinions, ideas, knowledge, bless all of you. The Cancer Blog offers something for everyone.
Thanks, JC
Constant support
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May 3rd 2007 4:50AM Hi!
I am so happy to hear you are getting the support needed and deserved. You sound strong in heart and soul. Keep fighting, and when you're feeling down and out and sick, just remember all of those who care, thinking of you and pray daily for your wellness. One day at a time Vicki.
You are doing all of the work, we are just here for support. Thank you for letting us support you through this difficult time, which will pass.
My best wishes to you,
Sincerely JC
Cancer cases predicted to double by 2030
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Apr 7th 2007 3:24PM Jacki,
Having lived in Marin county a good portion of my life, there was always a lot of drinking, parties everywhere, anytime. Most being college students or graduates. Of course that was many yrs ago, it doesn't seem as though it's changed much at all.
I can say the same about W.S.U. and surrounding areas of Seattle, highly educated young women and men, doing that binge drinking. Parties everywhere, graduates, and students again. Not only does this contribute to breast cancer, this so-called binge drinking is killing our young adults, our future.
There is constant advertising on the abuse of alcohol here among the graduates, but there is not really an advertisment on it's relationship to cancer. How do you explain that? What makes the news? Alcohol abuse? Not alcohol & cancer. What's wrong with this picture.
Thank you Jason
Breast cancer risk assessment tool
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Apr 7th 2007 2:25PM Kristi,
I think this is a great idea and a good place for women to start learning about breast cancer and the causes. Breast cancer is not just connected to genetics any longer. It seems there are so many other causes for cancer now. Anything from what you eat to alcohol, skin products, bath products, and the list goes on and on.
So it is good that you are giving women a head-start you might say, on learning what ones chances are of developing breast cancer.
Good article. Jason
Four health tips busted -- or are they?
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Apr 7th 2007 5:35AM Jacki,
I've read about everything mentioned in this article. Some of the info was new to me. All in all I would have to agree with you on moderation. Funny, I was thinking about some changes in my own diet as well.
Before and after my diagnosis of severe liver dysfunction, I was on a normal diet, without added sodium, and would eat foods that are easy to digest. When going on a strict diet of only vegetables, fruit, a lot of water, I noticed that my body and physical being started feeling weaker.My liver readings have not changed, if they do, they only increase.
Realizing every person will react differently to special diets; and just being on a normal diet, I have found that I had a little more energy, my color was better. Red meat does not agree with me, so fish or chicken replaces the red meat.
It is overwhelming how many food products and skin products can be related to causing cancer. Not knowing what to eat, what medications, and there are quite a few of those that can cause serious problems including cancer. It really is quite stressful just thinking about these things let alone having to live by these diets and regiments.
Other obvious products to stay away from are lawn products and the pesticides, I say this because having used them for many yrs, I am now paying for it, my lungs are diseased as well.
There are people that have to stay on these particular regiments the rest of their lives, and I feel for them. But if they are comfortable and feel well, then they should continue, do whatever it takes to be healthy and happy without stress!
So, I will end this by saying thanks for this article. It confirms what I have been feeling for awhile now. No need to over-do, just eat sensibly, along with veggies and greens and fruits & as you said in moderation
Girl tossed from school for breast cancer t-shirt
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Apr 3rd 2007 2:10PM Jacki,
This is so petty! I have seen t-shirts far more suggestive and so vulgar they shouldn't be allowed to be worn at home let alone in the public!
Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't that a cancer insignia in between the word ta-tas? The only thing I see is a young woman expressing and showing her support in the fight against breast cancer. And probably bringing awareness to a lot of her fellow students. I wonder if Mr Barth would have allowed "save the breasts"? I really doubt it.
I was in the post office buying stamps. I buy breast cancer stamps as my way of supporting breast cancer research. On the stamp itself, shows a woman lying on her side, one arm underneath her head, the other across her side and stomach. She is wearing a shirt or dress with only one strap. To me it is in good taste and a piece of art, the colors, it's a beautiful stamp. However, a woman standing behind me made the remark; it was disgusting,"it looks as if she is being suggestive sexually, or she is going to feel her own breasts". I turned around, and said "I think she is beautiful, and one usually has to touch ones self in order to perform a self examination, the stamp does relate to breast cancer and awareness mam." The postmaster applauded as did others.
My point being, everybody will see things differently through their own eye's, right or wrong, or just plain ignorance. This Mr Steven Barth sounds like a true ignoramus just as the woman in the post office.
Both Samantha and especially her mother have a fight ahead of them. I wish them both wellness, and strength. Looking forward to the day when Samantha wears her "save the ta-tas" t-shirt back to school. What if all of Samantha's friends got together, well, everybody wear the t-shirt. What are they going to do? Expel all the students?
My prayers are with you both,
Take care all, Sincerely Jason
Press Secretary Tony Snow's cancer spreads to liver
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Apr 2nd 2007 1:54AM Mr. Snow,
I too, am so sorry to hear of the cancer attacking your liver. You have a positive attitude. I believe attitude plays a big role in fighting cancer and all diseases.
You are in my prayers as all the others are, fighting this horrid disease. God bless, and take care. My blessings are with your family and friends as well.
Take care all! Jason
Read This: What You Don't Know Can Kill You
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Apr 1st 2007 5:22PM I agree with you Richard Day Gore, and then some. It seems through the passing yrs, Dr-patient relationships have changed, where people are suffering as a result of this so-called change.
Dr's are becoming less involved with their patients. I realize some are being over loaded with patients, which in turn does not allow them very much time per patient, then it's the patient that suffers. Usually, passed on to a specialist, then someone else, and the ball just keeps rolling.
I have been to clinics with great Dr's, it only took 2 to 4 hrs to get into the actual office to see the Dr, by that time I was in a full asthma attack, so, on to the hospital for a 3 day stay. And then I've been to Dr's who really just did not give a damn. And finally, you manage to find a good physician but; he or she only listens part time. I think that is another issue and problem we patients or clients suffer from. These so called professionals listen or hear what they want to hear. At least this has been my experience. Getting involved with my diagnosis has not been a problem, getting the Dr to listen to all symptoms is the problem. How can a Dr give a proper diagnosis without knowing what all of the symptoms are? Then if you develope new symtoms, God help you.
With so many different diseases out there, a lot of the symtoms can be very much the same, but that does not mean the treatment is the same.
Some professionals find it easier to just pass the buck, maybe it eases their conscious, I'm not really sure. I have been places where people are pushed through exams or consultations like cattle at an auction yard. And then, you have those certain, so called professionals, that might as well accuse you of lying or exaggerating your symtoms. To just up and change Dr's is not as easy as it might sound, as some of you probably know. To even have med. insurance now day's is a luxury, that is if your Dr's accept it.
I believe there are good, caring, sincere people in the medical field, we just have to find them. And by all means if you feel you are being set aside, not being cared for properly, physically or mentally, get a referral to another Dr, your life and well being may depend on it.
Sorry for writing so much, this subject concerns me very much. And to all of those without any medical insurance hang on, some things have to change sooner or later!
Blessings to all,
Take care, Jason
Sunday Seven: Seven sweet, simple spoken words
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Apr 1st 2007 2:31PM Well Jacki, it sounds as if you managed some exceptional quality time with little Joey. I am happy for the both of you.
Just take each day as it comes to you. No one can promise cancer will not show it's ugly face again. Just make each day count. Quality time and your quiet times, do what brings you happiness.
Happiness to you, tears and all.
Take care all, Jason
Searching for stillness
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Mar 31st 2007 4:02PM This may sound simple but these are my thoughts.
You have been through a life altering experience with the cancer. There's probably a day that does not go by that it's not on your mind in some way. You have your children, your home, writing for the blog, research, daily chores, shopping, need I go on. I think the times that you just sit and watch your boys is the time your body is saying, it's time to rest for awhile. Watching the boys brings peaceful thoughts, quiet thoughts, feeling safe, so you just drift off into your own little world.
Your multitasking is probably due to your schedule. Without a doubt you are a very busy woman. Speaking for myself, sometimes when I am multitasking to the extreme it's to keep my mind preoccupied, as not to think about my physical health, or allowing my thoughts go to a negative place. But, there comes that time when I simply have to rest, as my body and mind are telling me so, and so I sleep.
I think you should not feel guilty for taking a little time just for you, even if it is just taking a nap. Somehow, I have a feeling you do spend quality time with your boys.
You need and deserve breaks, so take your naps, enjoy your quiet time. Sweet dreams.
Thank you,
Wellness to all, Jason
I have comments on What you don't know can kill you, and Stem cells & regeneration of the liver, but I'll remark on these later, good articles.
