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Hometown Run Makes the Journey Special

Sunday I competed in my fourth half-marathon – the LIVESTRONG Austin Half-Marathon. I still can’t believe that’s right – four half-marathons? I’ve come a long way, Baby. I set a new personal record, which was seven minutes faster than my... Read More

Not Just Another Run

I am running as this post is published. Today is my fourth half-marathon. This race is different. It is my first race in my hometown – beautiful Austin, Texas, which, if you didn’t know, has killer hills throughout historic downtown.... Read More

The Motherload of Oncology Patient Assistance Services

If you’re an oncology nurse navigator, case manager, social worker, patient advocate, or patient yourself, you’re going to want to download the Association of Community Cancer Center’s (ACCC) 2012 Patient Assistance and Reimbursement Guide. It is packed with every Pharmacy... Read More

A Lovely Month for Men to Learn A Pattern of Self-Exam Love

I’ve mentioned this already; it’s worth another mention. Men, especially those between ages 15 to 34, need to check their testicles once a month for any abnormalities – a lump, swelling, or pain. These symptoms can occur with numerous conditions... Read More

Akesso Shoes [Giveaway]

I’ve long thought of healthcare professionals as athletes when it comes to our clothing and shoes. We need breathable clothes and supportive shoes. Does that mean they have to be ugly? Uhm, no. (Some companies think otherwise, in my opinion.)... Read More

Focusing in on Both Heart and Cancer Awareness

Tomorrow is National Wear Red Day (or Go Red for Women) in the States, which focuses on cardiovascular health for women. Saturday is World Cancer Day, which aims to increase awareness of preventable cancers worldwide. Every year I wonder why... Read More

Tsunami: A Conversation with Amanda Trujillo (Part 3 of 3)

You can read Amanda’s story in her own words; please, do.  The many subsequent posts are for Amanda as well as inspired by her. I thank her for sharing her time and story with me so I can share it... Read More

Waves: A Conversation with Amanda Trujillo (Part 2 of 3)

You can read Amanda’s story in her own words; please, do. The many subsequent posts are for Amanda as well as inspired by her. I thank her for sharing her time and story with me so I can share it... Read More

Ripples: A Conversation with Amanda Trujillo (Part 1 of 3)

I know there are people who have read and read and read about Amanda Trujillo. In fact, there are so many great posts, I don’t know who to link to so you can see them all. Be sure to check... Read More

Drinking the Lemonade: Nurse Researchers Focus on Childhood Cancer

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) recently awarded a refreshing $100,000 to three nurse researchers. Pam Hinds, RN, PhD, Celeste Phillips-Salimi, PhD, and Gloanna Peek, RN, MSN, received varying amounts over the next two years to study childhood and adolescent and... Read More