In mid August, the Colon Cancer Coalition helped promote efforts by the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Alert Network to bring the real voices of cancer survivors, caregivers and concerned citizens to the ears of legislators. A blog post at GetYourRearinGear.com, gave readers information about submitting their own voice messages to the organization. Now two months [...]
Written by Kathy Covey Live. The single word sign hung visibly in Amy Covey’s home where she and anyone who visited would easily see. Such a simple four letter word, but for Amy it embodied her whole being – not just in her fight with colon cancer, but in the purpose of life itself. Make [...]
The ancient chinese martial art known as Tai chi chuan, or tai chi, has been studied and proven to relieve stress. This increasingly popular form of exercise has other health benefits as well. According to the Taiwan News, nationally renowned author and tai chi instructor Bill Douglas will soon be giving a presentation to the [...]
Last week’s Ask the Doctor post by Kristin Tabor featured gastroenterologist Dr. Robert Madoff, who discussed issues related to colon cancer and colon cancer screening. Dr. Madoff noted the importance of a healthy diet and answered questions about his own health and fitness habits. He said, “Nutritionally, I’ve migrated from a typical high meat, high [...]
The American Cancer Society Cancer Alert Network has been working hard to bring a clear message to Congress. “We all believe that every American should be able to see a doctor when they’re sick,” writes Molly Daniels in an email to ACS supporters. Her message comes with a plea to watch and support a new [...]
