In the early 80s, I took a German culture course as one of the electives for my Bachelor’s degree. It was a life-changing experience for me. Each week the professor would share information on German history and the culture of the various areas. She brought the...
Today marks three years of being a cancer survivor. Yes, it was November 24, 2014, when I had a ‘little’ car accident’ that sent me to the emergency department where a CAT scan revealed a brain tumor. Following the diagnosis, I found my way to Sylvester...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To bring awareness and hope, I share a note Betty Stover, a good friend and colleague wrote about her experience as a Breast Cancer Survivor. I hope her words will give all who read this post hope, strength and courage. ...
This week, Nurse Advocate celebrates 2 YEARS in production! It has been a journey in which I have learned how to share information that benefits people who utilize the health care system as well as those who work in it. As I look back, I noted my first post appeared...
What a difference a year makes! It is hard to believe that last year at this time, I was fighting for my life after being diagnosed with a Central Nervous System Lymphoma. Today I am tumor free and slowly recuperating from complications related to the...