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Defeating the ODDS

Medically Reviewed | Last reviewed by an MD Anderson Cancer Center medical professional reviewed on January 24, 2022   Leiomyosarcoma Cancer: My Story Soft tissue sarcoma begins in the soft – or connective – tissues of the body, such as muscle, fat … Continue reading

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The Mental Health Recovery

Salmon is encouraged as part of the MIND diet, a plant-focused eating plan designed to support brain health.exclusive-design – stock.adobe.com I’m a neurosurgeon and my tasty 3-ingredient dinner to prevent Alzheimer’s: ‘I never get tired of it’ By Tracy Swartz Dr. Jonathan … Continue reading

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Contradicting Facts

Cancer down nationwide, but ‘hot spots’ persist | CNN Do you live near a cancer cluster? | CNN An estimated 38% of adults will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, according to the National Cancer Institute, making cancer a … Continue reading

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Survivor Mindset

DJ Twain’s Lawrence Welk Collection: THE LAWRENCE WELK STORY Lawrence Welk (1903-1992) was an American bandleader and television personality known for his “champagne music” and the long-running television show, The Lawrence Welk Show, which aired from 1951 to 1982. Lawrence … Continue reading

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Michiko Tomioka

Michiko Tomioka (right) and her mother, Mikiyo Kakutani (left) @Michiko Tomioka Hibakusha: Stories of Survivors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki | PBS Yes, she is a recurrent cancer survivor…, lung in 2001 and both breasts in 2018.    Michiko Tomioka’s mother did … Continue reading

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Hummingbird

Hummingbirds are the smallest birds in the world and have been the subject of fascination since ancient times. Hummingbird Symbolism and Meaning (1) The hummingbird’s interesting characteristics have always attracted people’s attention and have earned this bird its position as … Continue reading

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Travel Guru Rick Steves

Rick Steves. Credit : Derek Davis/Portland Portland Press Herald via Getty Rick Opens Up About Life’s ‘Regrets’ After Cancer Diagnosis: ‘I’m Sad About It’ By Toria Sheffield “I would love to be the person I was before I was a travel writer,” … Continue reading

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What is Maximum Age

Professor John Einmahl, one of the leading scientists behind the study. © The Brighter Side of News (CREDIT: Creative Commons) Scientists discover the maximum age a human being can attain Story by Joseph Shavit In a groundbreaking discovery, Dutch researchers believe they’ve uncovered the … Continue reading

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Living in Your Own Filth

The 25 most physically active places in the US, according to data How physical activity varies across the country ©Northwell Health Income is a potent predictor of the time a person devotes to physical exercise. People on lower incomes can … Continue reading

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Seven Time Cancer Survivor

Anneke Adams: 7 Time Cancer Survivor – Search  Anneke Adams is a remarkable Belgian-American author, motivational speaker, and health coach who has survived cancer seven times—a testament to her resilience and unwavering spirit.  Her journey spans over two decades, beginning with a … Continue reading

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