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I see many photos where the ‘after’ shows someone thinner than the ‘before.’ Here’s a different version. When I’m feeling vulnerable, I cover it with jokes. ‘Hey, at least I was skinny!’ ‘Dr: Any unexplained weight loss? Me: I wish!’ It’s safer than saying: When people were telling me I looked great, I felt lousy, scared, and sad they thought I looked better when I felt worse. Once I was in recovery people kept telling me how bad I’d looked. That doesn’t help either. We all have uncomfortable relationships with our bodies, because of society, ideas about what health is, and the fact our outside self is all most people can perceive of us! I was diagnosed late: I kept being told it was bronchitis, pneumonia, a kiwi allergy (that one was weird…), I’d be fine, I was clearly healthy. I often think about what my life, relationships and health would be like if I was diagnosed earlier, if people hadn’t assumed I was lying and secretly dieting or exercising a lot. But I get why they did: I get why I didn’t want it to be a warning sign. Weight is a weighted topic. I wish it wasn’t, for all of us. I love and find beautiful (not that my opinion matters) people of a hundred shapes and sizes, but we always have the most tangled relationship to our own bodies. The body is a vessel that carries us through our lives. If we’re happy with however that vessel looks, I think that’s awesome—but sometimes positivity is difficult. Here are 2 full-length pictures of me, during chemo and a couple years after. Honestly, I’m not happy with how I look in either. But in one, I’m trapped at home with medicines around me. In the other, I’m outside with my sister, on her wedding day. In the end, it’s about where the vessel takes you. #twweightloss #cancersurvivor #wedding #twweighttalk #milestonecountdown https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj51_fDL7fQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
A CaringBridge Site was created for Heather for people to stay updated about my fight with brain cancer. It‘s a caring social network to help people stay connected with family and friends during a health event. It will have all my day-to-day updates and ways you can help in addition to sharing my story.
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I’m lucky enough to live in a state that still offers safe and legal abortions, I know that a lot of people aren’t. Everybody needs to go out and vote in November for people who will support a person’s right to an abortion! #vote #votevotevote #ourbodiesourchoice #ourbodiesourfreedom #abortionrights #freedom #moveon #womensrights #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #womenvote #prochoice #abortion #abortionishealthcare #leukemiawarrior🧡 #cancersurvivor https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgk3UA7MFniEexxT2owT-imTfvc31fqik25YNw0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Cervical Cancer: Understanding the Disease, Prevention, and Treatment
Introduction:
Cervical cancer is a significant health concern affecting women worldwide. It is a type of cancer that develops in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. In this blog, we will explore the key aspects of cervical cancer, including its causes, risk factors, prevention strategies, early detection methods, and treatment options.
Causes and Risk Factors:
The primary cause of cervical cancer is persistent infection with high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. Other risk factors include smoking, a weakened immune system, long-term use of oral contraceptives, multiple sexual partners, and a history of sexually transmitted infections. Understanding these risk factors can help individuals make informed choices to reduce their chances of developing cervical cancer.
Prevention Strategies:
Prevention is key when it comes to cervical cancer. Vaccination against HPV is a crucial preventive measure and is recommended for both males and females before they become sexually active. Regular cervical cancer screenings, such as Pap tests and HPV tests, are vital for early detection and intervention. Practising safe sex, maintaining good sexual health, and quitting smoking are additional preventive strategies that can significantly reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer.
Early Detection and Screening:
Regular cervical cancer screenings are essential for early detection and treatment. Pap tests, also known as Pap smears, involve collecting cells from the cervix and examining them for abnormal changes. HPV tests detect the presence of high-risk HPV strains in cervical cells. These screenings can identify precancerous changes or early-stage cervical cancer when it is most treatable.
Treatment Options:
The choice of treatment for cervical cancer depends on various factors, such as the stage of cancer, the individual's age, and overall health. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these modalities. Surgery aims to remove the cancerous tissue, while radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy employs drugs to destroy cancer cells or stop their growth. The treatment plan is personalised to each individual's unique situation and is determined by a team of healthcare professionals specialising in gynecologic oncology.
Conclusion:
Cervical cancer is a preventable and treatable disease when detected early. Understanding the causes, risk factors, and preventive strategies are crucial steps in reducing the incidence of cervical cancer. Regular screenings and vaccinations are fundamental in early detection and intervention. If diagnosed, various treatment options are available to manage the disease effectively. By raising awareness, promoting preventive measures, and encouraging regular screenings, we can strive towards a future where cervical cancer becomes a rarity. Together, we can make a significant impact in the fight against cervical cancer and improve women's health worldwide.
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For the end of spooky season! Cancer is about loss: of hair, teeth, friends… and words. For a couple years before I was diagnosed with late stage lymphoma, I watched my writing go off a cliff in terms of quality and speed - sentences turned to nonsense, and I couldn’t finish anything. It was terrifying. So was trying to come back to writing and publishing after having a traumatic time with chemo. ‘Where was she last year?’ ‘Who’s that again?’ ‘Oh, I thought you were…’ My confidence was shattered, and being approached for Sabrina was a life raft to cling to: being remembered, having fun with writing again, falling for a wild strange fantasy world. It opened the door to other worlds I was honored to be invited into, their lovely fandoms, and to courage that I could perhaps write my own books again. Here’s #chillingadventuresofsabrina and #fatethewinxsaga in Feltrinelli in Rome, and me, because fantasy opens all the escape doors. Happy All Hallows’ Day, and hope you had a great #Hallowinx and you find the doors you’re hoping for 👻🖤. #feltrinelli #romeitaly #cancersurvivor #writersofinstagram #writing #fencecomic https://www.instagram.com/p/CkcDwviIlPh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
According to the Academy of Medicine, cigarette smoke is one of the biggest pollutants found indoors, because it is full of harmful particles. Change the air you and your loved ones breathe today! Quit Smoking today!