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Patient Power @PatientPower

Connect to the knowledge of a community of cancer experts, patient advocates, and cancer patients. #PatientPower patientpower.info Joined March 2009
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Patient Power @PatientPower

3 years ago

TOMORROW: Join us for a discussion on the importance of disease risk assessment in Multiple Myeloma. patientpower.info/events/answers…

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4 years ago

Why do we need red blood cells (#RBCs) and what is their function in the body? When I have a #bloodtest that looks at RBCs, what do all the various terms mean? Find out. patientpower.info/navigating-can…

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4 years ago

Jennifer Saullo, MD, PharmD, an infectious disease specialist at @DukeU Hospital spoke with Patient Power about why #revaccination and infectious disease control is important for some #cancer patients. patientpower.info/navigating-can…

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4 years ago

We saw this article from the NY Times and wondered if patients with #cancer can relate. Does your cancer fatigue prevent you from taking care of your surroundings? nytimes.com/2023/01/10/wel…

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4 years ago

COMING UP! Join us for a new live #CLL event happening Weds, Jan 25th. CLL patient advocate @MicheleNadeemB & expert @AdamKittai from the @OSUCCC_James will discuss how to navigate the often-confusing state of “watch and wait.” See more & sign up: bit.ly/Jan25CLL

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4 years ago

What Is Prior Authorization? Prior authorization, simply put, is a process used by insurance companies to review a proposed treatment recommended by your doctor prior to you receiving the treatment and determine whether they will cover it. bit.ly/3GKRroj #leusm #mmsm

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4 years ago

What Do #Leukemia Bruises and Rashes Look Like? Understanding more about leukemia bruises and other common symptoms can also help you understand more about the disease process, what to look for, and when to consult your physician. bit.ly/3XciuOX #leusm #aml #cll

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4 years ago

"After five rounds of chemo and a stem cell transplant, making it through that, I felt like I had been given a second chance, so I wanted to find a way to give back." Patient Advocate Don Armstrong: How an #AML Survivor Gives Back: bit.ly/3CrGLbT #leusm

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4 years ago

NEW: Research found that people who participated in a combination of a physical activity program and psychological therapy reported better #mentalhealth, #physicalhealth, and quality of life than patients who received standard care. More: bit.ly/3YQk36v #leusm #ny2023

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4 years ago

You asked, we answered! Recently, a Patient Power user asked, “Could tingling, numbness, then sharp pain in my toes be anything to do with my chronic lymphocytic leukemia (#CLL)?" We took this question to expert, @NitinJainMD : bit.ly/3CnnA2y #leusm

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4 years ago

Most people know that smoking is the number one risk factor for lung cancer, but fewer are aware that smoking is also the most important risk factor for the development of #bladdercancer. bit.ly/3QbZHkv #smokingrisk #quitsmoking

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4 years ago

Breast Dimpling: Can This Be a Sign of #BreastCancer? Dimpling, puckering, or pitting that looks similar to an orange peel – sometimes called peau d’orange – is often a specific sign of breast cancer and should be seen by a doctor right away. bit.ly/3Im0QUA

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4 years ago

"Grief may feel like a solitary reality, but the truth is: You are not alone." See here for 7 ways to navigate grief’s ups & downs from Michael McDonald, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia & lost his wife, Phyllis, to cancer: bit.ly/3XpKcsb #leusm #caregiver

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Patient Power @PatientPower

4 years ago

A new year is a good time to review how secure your medical records are & what to do if there is a breach. We go over the ways your information could be stolen & what to do: bit.ly/3SVeUpG #newyear #healthcare

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Patient Power @PatientPower

4 years ago

NEW: Our expert walks through treatment decision-making for multiple myeloma patients. patientpower.info/multiple-myelo… #mmsm #myeloma

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Patient Power @PatientPower

4 years ago

Happy New Year! We hope 2023 brings you comfort & joy. 💙

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Patient Power @PatientPower

4 years ago

Going into the new year, you may be looking to incorporate more #exercise. But if you're undergoing #cancertreatment, how can you do this safely? See here for top tips: bit.ly/3rMoDUi #NewYear23 #NY2023 #leusm #mmsm #mpnsm #bcsm #lcsm

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4 years ago

How Does #MultipleMyeloma Affect Kidneys? Our expert xplains that monitoring kidney function can tell a medical team a great deal about bone marrow without having to go to the marrow and can be used to judge overall toxicity. More: bit.ly/3i63jIc #mmsm

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4 years ago

ICYMI: "This recipe is tailor made for crockpots, perfect for winter. With a motherlode of essential antioxidants contained in the following ingredients, it really does promote power to the patient." See this nutrient powered recipe from @ChemoCookery: bit.ly/3VlcMsB

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Patient Power @PatientPower

4 years ago

When Christy Vaal, MSW, LCSW, was diagnosed with #CLL in 2017, she was shocked. Despite having training on how to help others, suddenly she had to learn how to support herself. She shares her top tips on how to cope with cancer over the #holidays. More: bit.ly/3Xb2IV5

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