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July 2023
Yes, it is advisable to consult a professional insurance consultant who specializes in travel insurance. They can provide you with information on travel insurance companies that offer coverage for individuals with pre-existing medical conditions such as secondary cancer. They will be able to guide you in finding the right insurance company that meets your specific needs.
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September 2019
Yes drinking lots of water is important in many ways. Reminds me i could drink more myself. T.C. Everyone.
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August 2019
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Another Survivor Shout-Out (from Oklahoma, USA) The disase really stinks. But I am now 19 years and 3 months cancer free. I was stage 2+ tonsil cancer. I won't lie. It hasn't been easy. But I'm still going strong, feeling good, just dealing with long-term effects of the radiation. I just retired at age 64 and I'm enjoying my life with my best friend of 43 years, our 3 kids and 9 grandkids and still doing ministry (I was a pastor for 34 years). If I can help encourage anyone, don't hesitate to reach out. Blessings friends!
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June 2019
Is it neuroendocrine tumour (NET) of the pancreas, or pancreatic cancer? If a NET, there are support groups here and worldwide that would benefit your hubby. The UK is particularly on top of this.
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June 2019
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Dear @Katekat ... yes I heard of this charity 12 months after diagnosis and six months post-surgery so too late for it to provide any value. Hence why the Cancer Council needs to be the FIRST go-to place for information on NETs.
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February 2019
Hi @Cathyedu does your husband have neuroendrocine tumours of the Oesophagus? If he does there are a few carer groups for yourself and for your husband online. I ask as NETs of the Oesophagus is rare but treatable. Ridgy, who has NETs of the GI tract
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February 2019
Hi Fay, I think this is the new way forward in communication as I had a similar experience. I was told I had cancer over the phone. I have to co-ordinate all my appointments as GPs don't nor do oncologists. Like you it seems treatment is wait and see post-surgery. I've had enlarged lymph nodes that they say are reactive to the scan. It seems there are so many people with cancer you're lucky to get any kind of support, follow-up that you haven't instigated yourself. Don't let this upset you, just be your own health advocate and read up as much as you can on your cancer, pull questions together, demand appointments with specialists via your GP and find a support group for your cancer! Call the Cancer Council for info and ask them to enrol you in the Enrich program. Big hugs, we can get through this, or live with this, we have to!
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June 2018
Thank you for your reply. I'm trying to focus on the positive side. But my missing him takes over
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May 2018
Would you like to join me in a SPRINT HEALTH CHALLENGE, using a Health app? The app is FREE to download. I was tasked to write about a tricky issue but one that isn't so tricky for many cancer patients. Yup, tracking Stool Health via the Stool Diary tool! For the next two weeks all you have to do is track your bowel movement(s) using this Health Storylines app. You are encouraged to get family and friends to do same because stool health is a window into well-being ... our digestive system regulates the body’s inflammatory and immune responses. You don't have to have cancer to use this app, just a health goal. The aim is to select one of the tools each month and track your health using the app. I'll be writing about this in future blogs and also posting here as a reminder. Would love your support! Download the app via https://judyw.healthstorylines.com/app/#/register and start tracking your stool! If you like, also read my blog via https://wp.me/p3a0rc-kD (I sneakily married mindfulness with stool health!) .... there's only so much one wants to say, or read about poop!
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May 2018
Oops, if you use this link instead https://judyw.healthstorylines.com/app/#/register they know it has come from Australia and an Australian charity will get the donation that relates to your particular cancer. Just to recap, here's how to download the app by following these 3 steps: 1. REGISTER BEFORE MAY 13 2018 Register for Health Storylines online via https://judyw.healthstorylines.com/app/#/register or your smart phone, tablet ( iTunes, or Google Play). 2. ADD CANCER TYPE TO PROFILE Once registered, go to the "profile" page and add your type of cancer under "conditions." 3. USE THE APP DAILY FOR 2 WEEKS Finally, you MUST use the app once daily every day for two weeks to be in the running to get funds to your cancer's charity. Fingers crossed, Ridgy
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