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The Word that Changed Our Lives – Cancer

Posted on October 3, 2017 by

“It’s Cancer”. My sister and I tried to compose ourselves and comprehend the significance of what we had just heard the doctor say. Did he just say that our mom has breast cancer? Having worked in hospice for many years, I … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Small Victories

Posted on October 27, 2015 by

Anyone who has had a loved one with cancer understands how stressful the ongoing 3-6 month marks are waiting to hear if the blood work and bone-scans were clear. When those we love have had ongoing health issues and it … Continue reading →

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Who’s your Healthcare Advocate

Posted on September 2, 2011 by

Last week my neighbor had an unfortunate accident in where she fell and broke her wrist (8 bones, to be exact). Because I was at ILSHRM11 on the day that this happened, another neighbor was gracious in taking her to … Continue reading →

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