stage 4 cancer
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It’s been a tumultuous time since leaving hospital, as I grapple with steroid side-effects, fluctuating moods, and sleep disruptions. Acceptance and trust in myself remain key. Read more
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Despite being diagnosed with terminal cancer two years ago, I’m full of gratitude and manage to live in the present, while remaining hopeful for the future despite constant struggles. Read more
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There are a lot of misconceptions around cancer diets, and while I haven’t found a miracle food, I do believe it’s importat to prioritise whole, natural foods and nutrition. Read more
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After two years battling cancer, I’ve accepted the unpredictability of my disease as well as my vulnerabilities. Rather than being a weakness, it’s helped me face recent challenges with courage. Read more
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Learn how to distinguish between realistic hope and wishful thinking and the story of how I came to embrace life, despite a terminal cancer diagnosis, creating lasting memories with my family. Read more
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I’ve come to embrace living with cancer. Not because I found a miracle cure, but because I learned how to remain hopeful, choosing to focus on the present and cherish the everyday joys. Read more
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Hearing that there was no cure for my cancer was devastating and so it’s only natural that I would look at what alternative are out there. Natural doesn’t necessarily mean safer though, or better. Read more
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Genetic specialists estimate that up to 12 in every 100 cancers (up to 12%) diagnosed are linked to an inherited gene change. Could that be the cause of my cancer? Read more
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Studies suggest that plant-based diets are associated with a lower risk of developing certain cancers compared to diets that include meat. Read more
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The unlikely story of how a sinister blistering agent used during World War II would develop into one of the most important advancements in cancer treatment that has saved over 1,000,000 lives in the UK alone. Read more
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You can’t scare me, I’ve had chemo! Cancer treatment had me feeling like a skeleton, and yet, I survived it. And you can too with these practical tips. Read more
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It would be great if there was a miracle one-size-fits-all diet that could cure any cancer in weeks but, if that sounds unrealistic, it’s because it is. Read more
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In 1971, President Nixon declared ‘war on cancer’. 55 years later, we’re still fighting, and the debate over alternative or conventional therapies hotter than ever. Read more
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I have a scan every three months to check for and new tumours or cancer growth. The results of the scan could be the difference between life and death. Read more
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Over 9,000 people are diagnosed with oesophageal cancer every year, and there aren’t any five year survival stats for people like me because patients don’t tend to live that long! Read more
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How to celebrate Valentine’s Day if cancer has you feeling less than sexy. Read more
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Sometimes, you come across someone who is so inspirational that they instantly make you a better person. One such person is Chris Hindle. This is his story. Read more
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One thing stood out on the consent form more than anything else. The intended benefit of the chemotherapy was not to cure. There was no cure. Read more
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In April 2023 I was diagnosed with stage 3 testicular cancer. The good news was 98% of men survive their disease. The bad news was… the diagnosis was wrong. Read more
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I was 42 years old and a husband and a father when I was told that I had cancer. Three months later, I was told that I was going to die. This is my story. Read more
Me, Myself and Cancer 