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Swallowing Tips (from a survivor’s perspective)

WebHere are a few tips to help you along the way: Keep Swallowing. Even though the throat may be sore and swollen, and you may be experiencing pain from …

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Patient and Survivor Stories and Inspirational Words

WebPatient and Survivor Stories and Inspirational Words. Everyone\’s goal is to survive their bout whatever challenges face them in life. In our case the goal is to learn to …

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Are you a caregiver

WebA special support group has been formed to provide such a forum. Caregivers can benefit from sharing their particular challenges and victories, or simply hearing from …

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"Stones Along the Road" – by Robert Kinaga, 2008

WebWriting became the avenue to express what I felt, and allowed me to eventually see the goodness of all that had become. Like stones along a road, these …

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Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month in April

WebSupport groups in April. HNC Support Group on April 2nd at 10am, for our monthly HNC Support group. HNC patients and survivors gather, chat, share personal …

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The Benefits of Journaling

WebStrengthen your immune system and help heal faster. Journal to give structure to your anxious feelings and help you to get past them. New studies show that …

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5K to Benefit Head and Neck Cancer Patients in April

WebOn Sunday, April 19th, the Osborne Foundation is holding its 4th annual 5K walk/run for Head and Neck Cancer. HNCSupport has many of our members take part in …

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What to Say to a Loved One Diagnosed with Cancer

WebDon’t be afraid of that silence because you’re not alone there. 3. “You can cry with me.”. Again, follow the survivor’s lead here. You may be able to tell that he is …

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Beginning Recovery Inspired Mark Phair to Complete the Ironman

WebPhair, the Vice President & General Manager at the Valero Wilmington Refinery, completed the Ironman Arizona triathlon race on Nov. 16. The event consists of …

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6 ways to accept help when it's uncomfortable

WebPay it forward instead of returning it. 5. Feel the love and be grateful. 6. Practice accepting help everywhere. 1. Allow yourself to be vulnerable. To accept help, …

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Support Group Meetings

WebAdditionally, many individuals from diverse medical and healing disciplines have taken time from their hectic schedules to join in. Doctor, Nurse, Speech Therapist, …

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Joe Lapides’ Story

WebJoe Lapides’ Story. One day while in the shower as I was shaving I felt a small lump in my neck. “This is strange”, I thought. “What in the world can this be?”. But …

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Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual Head and Neck …

WebRegistration is now open for the 2nd Annual Head and Neck Cancer Patient & Caregiver Symposium on April 6th at the Mayer Auditorium. This event is designed to …

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Meetings and Calendar of Events

Web68 Penhill Court. Glendale, CA. 91206 USA. Keck Hospital. 1500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033. Cardinal conference room on 1st floor. IMPORTANT. Our …

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The Dave Hixson Story

WebDave Hixson, Cancer Survivor – Seven Years Out Living (and Hiking) with Zeal. In 2012 I find myself approaching my seven year anniversary of being a “Head and …

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The Benefits of Turmeric and Honey

WebCombining turmeric with honey enhances its anti-microbial activity. They can together act against a variety of bacterial and fungal strains known to cause infections in …

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