Pancreatic Cancer: It's a Family Affair

Pancreatic Cancer: It's a Family Affair
Author: Lisa M. Strahs-Lorenc
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2010-08-16
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1453550038

This is not another book about cancer. The 22 contributors from 20 families who have contributed their stories, their feelings and their advice have done so in order to help others feel that they are not alone. They represent spouses, siblings, adult children and patients themselves. There are 4 survivors as of the writing of this book. In addition, all proceeds from the sale of this book will be going to the Lustgarten Foundation and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network that offer support and research for an eventual cure of this deadly disease.

Pancreatic Cancer: Families Move On

Pancreatic Cancer: Families Move On
Author: Lisa Strahs-Lorenc
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2020-05-06
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1796098205

Pancreatic Cancer: Families Move On is a follow-up book from the book that was published on September 3, 2010, entitled Pancreatic Cancer: It’s a Family Affair. Ten years have passed for the families, and we want to share what has happened in our lives after the passing of our loved ones, and the one contributor who is a survivor of this very deadly disease. Our stories illustrate that life goes on, not as we all had planned, but in ways that may have surprised us all. In addition, the proceeds of the sale of this book will be donated to the Lustgarten Foundation.

Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer
Author: Michael J. Lippe
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2011-06-15
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1421402556

Michael J. Lippe was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2007. This is his story, and the story of pancreatic cancer, narrated by Lippe and Dr. Dung T. Le, the physician who is treating him. In telling these stories, Lippe and Le alternate chapters. Lippe writes about the early signs that something was wrong; Le continues with a description of pancreatic cancer, its symptoms, and its treatments. Lippe talks about his prognosis, contemplates the prospect of death, and describes how he began to cope; Le explains the importance, for both doctor and patient, of balancing hope and truth. Lippe speaks frankly about the toll the disease takes on his marriage and family; Le offers a general picture of what most patients can expect with their illness. The book concludes with Lippe and Le’s reflections on their partnership in treating cancer, lessons they have learned, and their thoughts about the positive things that sometimes emerge from illness. Pancreatic Cancer offers clear explanations of what the disease is, describes what people with the disease will feel physically and mentally, and discusses current treatments and future directions of research. The authors hope that their honest yet hopeful perspective will help all people with cancer and those who care about them.

Reimagining Men's Cancers

Reimagining Men's Cancers
Author: Michele Berman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2016-10-04
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0757319564

America's fascination with celebrities never gets old. From People magazine, with a readership of 43 million to Internet sites like JustJared.com with over 80 million monthly views, celebrity information not only sells, it educates people about important issues––including cancer. Information is empowering and reading about a famous person coping with cancer can not only be inspiring, it can save a life. That's what Reimagining Cancer exemplifies through each of the books in the series Cancer doesn't have to be a death sentence. About half of all cancers are preventable and can be avoided if current medical knowledge is better delivered*. Reimagining Men's Cancers—focusing on cancers of the prostate, penis, and testicles—provides readers with that critical information to help them manage, cope, and recover through a concise, easy-to-read style and format. Beginning with a view of basic anatomy and an overview of how we view a particular cancer today, chapters flow easily into an explanation of signs, symptoms, diagnosis, scientific information and guidelines, and include a comprehensive survey of treatments and prevention. Woven throughout are stories, both medical and anecdotal, from men such as Joe Torre, Robert De Niro, Sir Ian McKellen, and Scott Hamilton. Education is the key, and by using celebrity stories, Reimagining Men's Cancers can attract countless readers who might otherwise not pay attention to an epidemic that is likely to affect them or a loved one. * The recent World Cancer Report from the World Health Organization

The Day the Cancer Quit: A True Story of Surviving Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer

The Day the Cancer Quit: A True Story of Surviving Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer
Author: Kristie Anne Mah
Publisher: Day the Cancer Quit
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2020-05-12
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781777152727

A true story of surviving Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer- and how amazing an accomplishment that is surviving one of the deadliest cancers. Utilizing a combination of Western and Eastern medicine, energy healing and spirituality, it is an inspirational read for anyone who wants to up-level their life. A lighthearted read full of hope!

The Last Lecture

The Last Lecture
Author: Randy Pausch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Cancer
ISBN: 9780340978504

The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

Cancer and Fishnet Stockings

Cancer and Fishnet Stockings
Author: Maryann Grau
Publisher:
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2019-03-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781733590907

In this book, the author focuses on a fairly brief 2-year period of her life, beginning with her diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in 2016. However, as the author states so eloquently, the "book is not about cancer. It's about life. It's about love. It's about laughter. It's about me....And maybe, it's about you."

Living with Diabetes: A Family Affair

Living with Diabetes: A Family Affair
Author: Julie V. Watson
Publisher: Dundurn
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2005-05-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1459720849

A diagnosis of diabetes marks a dramatic change, not only in the life of the diabetic, but also in the lives of his or her family, friends, and co-workers. Diabetes affects your work, your leisure, and your relationships with family and friends. But thanks to improving treatment, people with diabetes can expect to live active and independent lives, as long as they make a lifelong commitment to careful diabetes management. Diabetes: A Family Affair is designed to help readers understand and manage the day-to-day challenges of living with the disease, through the stories of others. It is not a book of medical advice; rather, it is a resource of sharing between diabetics and those who care about them.