Cancer Diva Adventures: Short and to the Point

Ok, so, whats my point?

Yes, I write and write and it's all about me, but kind of bigger than that. At least that's a goal. I've learned so much through being a cancer patient, and I think much of it is useful information for others.  So, bloggees, a chance to learn about the cancer experience without actually having it. (I hope.) Unfortunately and undoubtedly, someone you are close to will experience cancer or another serious disease at some point.

What do I want folks to know? This morning, I awoke to a clear mind and these organized thoughts:

1. Cancer sucks, and treatment is tough, but it can be doable and liveable.

2. Stage IV is not always a death sentence.

3. There are many many people in the Stage IV club--perhaps someone who smiled at you today, who gave you the finger when you were driving to work, or who was sobbing hysterically in the parking lot.

4. We have made great advances, but we need more: more research, more identificaton of cancer subtypes, more diagnostics, more targeted treatments, including treatmnents for Stage IV/metastatic disease. Maybe someday, a preventative or a cure. It takes time, money, brilliance, dedication, and more.

5. Our world needs to adjust to the fact that many patients are living lengthy lives with chronic diseases.  Patients who want to juggle treatment with work and family obligations deserve a fair chance to continue to lead productive lives. 

So, think about this. Observe. Share your thoughts. Ask questions. Take action. And blow someone a kiss.

Yours in brief clarity,

CDiva