Cancer

Surviving and Thriving

Our bloggers are local cancer survivors who will discuss their experiences with cancer, treatment and the toll —both physical and mental — the disease can have on a family.

Cancer Q&A: Cancer and Anemia

Cancer Q&A: Cancer and Anemia

Living With Cancer Guest Poster

The following information is provided by the Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge and was published by The Advocate. QUESTION: I am a cancer patient and my doctor says we need to be vigilant about anemia. Why? ANSWER: Anemia is a condition in which the body lacks a sufficient number of red blood cells, which carry […]

Finding Your Serenity after Diagnosis

Finding Your Serenity after Diagnosis

Living With Cancer Guest Poster

The following post is written by the Rev. Lisa Baumgartner, chaplain with Woman’s Hospital. After a cancer diagnosis, many patients go through the five stages of grief before they can accept the fact that they have cancer. Those stages include denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. For many, turning to their religion and spirituality can […]