Demystifying Mindfulness: Meditation-There’s An App For That!

Posted August 3rd, 2018

This blog is the fifth part in the series “Demystifying Mindfulness.” I’m hoping I can help us all understand a little bit more about the practice of mindfulness, how it can be helpful and how we can integrate it into our lives. I’ve been meditating for 27 days! This is quite a streak! I’ve even […]

Demystifying Mindfulness: Meditation-Boot Camp For My Brain

Posted July 20th, 2018

This blog is the third in the series Demystifying Mindfulness.” I’m hoping I can help us all understand a little bit more about the practice of mindfulness, how it can be helpful and how we can integrate it into our lives. I have been meditating daily for 13 days. I am FAR from an expert. […]

Demystifying Mindfulness: What Mindfulness Isn’t

Posted July 13th, 2018

This blog is the second in the series Demystifying Mindfulness.” I’m hoping I can help us all understand a little bit more about the practice of mindfulness, how it can be helpful and how we can integrate it into our lives. In my last blog, I explored the diverse descriptions and definitions of mindfulness. I hope […]

Cancer goes to the beach

Cancer Goes To The Beach

Posted July 12th, 2018

These webinars provide tips and tricks for planning a vacation while coping with cancer treatment. Part 1:Practical Issues and Planning Part 1 is presented by Christina Bach, LCSW, OSW-C, OncoLink Content Specialist and Psychosocial Content Editor. Part 2: Managing Medical Concerns Cancer Goes To The Beach Part 2-Managing Medical Concerns, is presented by Carolyn Vachani, […]

Demystifying Mindfulness: Definitions

Posted July 6th, 2018

This blog is the first in a series I’m going to call “Demystifying Mindfulness.” I’m hoping I can help us all understand a little bit more about the practice of mindfulness, how it can be helpful and how we can integrate it into our lives. I’m going on this journey with you. I’ll try different […]

Changes to Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines: What You Need to Know

Posted June 21st, 2018

Last month, the American Cancer Society (ACS) changed its guidelines for recommendations of preventive colorectal cancer screening. The ACS now recommends that people of “average risk” begin screening at age 45 – a change from the previous age 50 recommendation. Average risk persons include those who do not have: A history of colorectal cancer or […]

It’s OK to Talk About Your Mental Health

Posted June 11th, 2018

I was walking into work the other morning. Stopped at a red light, I glanced at my phone, where I read, “Anthony Bourdain dead of apparent suicide.” I screamed out loud, “NOOOO!” This isn’t a person I know or have ever met. But he hung out in my living room and took me to places […]

Pets are Cancer Survivors Too: Greta’s Story

Posted June 8th, 2018

Greta was adopted by her mom, Janine, in March of 2013. She was around six years old and had made the trek from Alabama to New York City to find her forever home. Not much is known about Greta’s life before she was adopted, but one thing was certain, she had hit the jackpot with […]

Cancer Survivorship and Relationships: All Hands on Deck

Posted June 7th, 2018

Cancer survivorship can present many challenges to interpersonal and intimate relationships. In a short period, people with cancer often find out a lot about the people in their lives who support them.  Is John a task master who will coordinate all my insurance and financial stuff? Can I cry on Suzy’s shoulder? Does Henry fall […]

OncoLink named one of Healthline’s 2018 “Best Cancer Blogs of the Year”

Posted May 11th, 2018

Once again, the OncoLink blog has been named one of the Best Cancer Blogs of the year by Healthline. We are so proud of our writers who blog for us and share their expertise, experiences, and passion with you – this award reflects their commitment to cancer care, education and support. Our blog team comes […]