How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer-from a Five-Time Survivor

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6 Tips From a 5-Time Cancer Survivor: ‘I Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Like I Used to’
6 Tips From a 5-Time Cancer Survivor: ‘I Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Like I Used to’

The result was “Up For the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer from a Five-Time Survivor.” Published in September 2022, the book has been praised by cancer patients and clinicians, and endorsed by the Mayo Clinic, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. 

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Money Tips for People with Cancer
Money Tips for People with Cancer

A cancer diagnosis will necessitate a series of scans, meetings with doctors, second opinions, biopsies, surgeries, treatment, recovery, and so much more, depending on your individual circumstances. A cancer patient’s life becomes a whirlwind of activity. The emotional and physical stress is high. There is, however, an additional stressor – money.

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Chemo Brain Tips from a Five-Time Cancer Survivor
Chemo Brain Tips from a Five-Time Cancer Survivor

I began struggling with my ability to think clearly immediately after being diagnosed with cancer for the fifth time in 2020. The incredible emotional, physical, financial, and mental stress from a cancer diagnosis makes it hard for cancer patients to think clearly before treatment even starts.

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Five Ways Ironman Helped Me Beat Cancer Five Times
Five Ways Ironman Helped Me Beat Cancer Five Times

Being an IRONMAN triathlete has undoubtedly helped me beat cancer. Five times so far. The lessons I learned from my athletic journey to become an IRONMAN have worked well for me in my cancer battles.

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