How Bladder Cancer Changed My Work LifeIf you had told me 5 years ago that my life would look like it does at this moment - I would have thought you were out of your mind... By Liz Hiles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Don't Worry - You Won’t Remember Most of ThisFear of the future is the constant shadow of a cancer diagnosis. Once the doctor shines a light on your cancer the shadow of fear - of the future -... By Paul Hebert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
New Clinical Trial Sparks Hope for Those with Metastatic Urothelial CarcinomaA clinical trial led by drug company G1 Therapeutics will look at a new combination of chemotherapy drugs to treat locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC). Bladder cancer is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Exercising with an OstomyI have always enjoyed being active. For years I danced recreationally and professionally. I also took up powerlifting for a few years. Working out and doing physical activities has always... By Brittney Tellekamp3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Journey with Bladder CancerRecently the team posed a question to the community on Facebook, "Have you ever been told bladder cancer was the 'easy' cancer?" I read it. Yet, my mind did not... By Lelee Young2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Subtle Differences Between Stage IIIB and Stage IVI was diagnosed with bladder cancer in August 2016. I had my procedure the following month. Until the end of last year, I was under the impression that I was... By Liz Hiles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
MORE Bladder Cancer Resources for Warriors Under 40You may be wondering why someone in the adolescent and young adult (AYA) demographic may want or need a separate support system from the general population. Well, the primary reason:... By Liz Hiles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Community Teachings: Joining the Bladdercancer.net TeamHello there! My name is Amanda. I am the new content lead responsible for maintaining the flow of the articles on BladderCancer.net. My background is in public health, with a... By amandadeleo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Ostomate on the Go: The NecessitiesFor those who have gone through bladder cancer, had a radical cystectomy, and either chosen or ended up with a urostomy - it may feel like you are tied down... By Brittney Tellekamp3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Looking The PartBlame it on Hollywood or maybe those heart-wrenching cancer commercials, but society definitely recognizes a very specific, stereotypical look for cancer patients. It's as if the casting call states: "Actor... By Brittney Tellekamp3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Bladder Cancer Resources for Warriors Under 40When I was diagnosed in 2016, there were very few bladder cancer resources online, especially for someone as young as I was. Virtual meetings were not really yet a thing... By Liz Hiles4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Depression and Anxiety in People With Bladder CancerSeveral recent studies have found that people with bladder cancer have higher rates of depression and anxiety. Many emotional burdens and stressors caused by bladder cancer can lead to poor... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Bladder Cancer and DrugsUp until my bladder cancer, I rarely used drugs. I rarely even took aspirin, let alone morphine. But cancer will change many things in our life. In my case, it... By Guy Wheatley4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Pandemic Gap and Bladder CancerSince March 2020, there has been a steady flow of news about the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on healthcare. Doctors, nurses, and people in need of all types of care were... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Bladder Cancer and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don’t Delay Getting Back to LifeIt has been 8 years since my chemotherapy and surgery to remove my bladder and prostate, installing a neobladder. I'm pretty much back to normal. I say pretty much because... By Paul Hebert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Don’t Fear the Bladder CancerI was reminded I have a CAT scan coming up in a few weeks. I am 8 years from my surgery and still need to get annual CAT scans. My... By Paul Hebert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Reduce Emergency Room Visits: Managing Abdominal PainPain management when you have bladder cancer can be a real challenge. Recent research shows that people with bladder cancer are more likely to visit an emergency room for gastrointestinal... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Trying Holistic RemediesI am a 100% supporter of science-backed medicine. It is my medical team’s knowledge and care that has brought me back from the brink of my bladder cancer time and... By Brittney Tellekamp3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments