Organ Transplantation Costs
This website can help you figure out how much it costs to get a transplant - http://www.transplantliving.org/before-the-transplant/financing-a-trans…
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any other Meniere's patients out there?
The Caregiver's Handbook is a free book and, though a little date, is VERY useful for all caregivers - http://www.longtermcarelink.net/eldercare/the_caregivers_handbook.htm
The Veterans Justice Center is a program of the Legal Aid Foundation of LA. The Project’s goal is to protect veterans and their families by securing government benefits, and medical care and services, while stabilizing their living situation. [Veteran] [Legal]
http://www.lafla.org/service.php?sect=govern&sub=veterans
This is for anyone who is experiencing discomfort from swelling while getting IMRT. If you can tolerate Aleave and Doctor approves - two a day takes care of problem. When nurse Patty told me about that I went home and took two Aleave and half hour later felt great - went into CINJ next day and hugged nurse Patty and thanked her for that "TIP".
The U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs' Supportive Services for Vet Families (SSVF) program awards grants to non-profit organizations who provide supportive services to low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing. http://www.voa.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Veterans/Suppor...
Georgia Regents University Breast Health Center is the only in the area offering 3D digital mammography—because you can’t treat what you can’t see. This advanced technology improves cancer detection and reduces false-positive results. http://www.grhealth.org/breast-health/ContentPage.aspx?nd=719 ([GRU]
I developed very bothersome scalp itch a couple of weeks after Zoladex hormone implant. My stylist suggested coconut oil. I bought shampoo and conditioner with coconut oil and use coconut oil as a hair gel. Relief was immediate.
Not everyday can be good but there is good in everyday!
Teaching Healthy Eating to Children -The CDC is repurposing Native American folk tales and characters for teaching children about living healthier lives -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Muw-NDXVgrs&feature=em-subs_digest&list=…
The 10 Commandments of Breast Cancer - If you, or someone you are close to, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, this is worth reading and printing - http://secondbasedispatch.com/2011/09/21/the-10-commandments-of-breast-…
Cancer can change the way the body uses food; some tumors make chemicals that change the way the body uses nutrients. Learn more about nutrition during cancer treatments: http://1.usa.gov/11CYrGP
Health Coverage For You and Your Family - The Health Insurance Marketplace will help you get coverage that meets your needs and fits your budget. Open enrollment begins October 1, 2013. Get ready now by answering a few quick questions to see your health care options at https://www.healthcare.gov/families
Aging Well: Eating Right for Longevity
Is your diet the key to longevity? This WebMD article explains why eating right just may mean aging right, too.
http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/aging-well-eating-right-for…
Tips on Exercising After Transplant - Keeping Fit Improves Your Post-Transplant Health
http://www.cpmc.org/advanced/kidney/news/newsletter/exercise_transplant…
Children's Hospital of Orange Co., in collaboration with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove, the Children and Families Commission of Orange County and Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County have developed a community health center. http://www.choc.org/clinics/index.cfm?id=P00334
FIRST DESCENTS offers young adult (AYA) cancer fighters and survivors a free outdoor adventure experience designed to empower them to climb, paddle and surf beyond their diagnosis, defy their cancer, reclaim their lives and connect with others doing the same. http://firstdescents.org/about-us/
Moderate Exercise Can Have An Effect At DNA Level Against Fat Cells
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/262955.php Use this study to help motivate losing and keeping a healthy weight.
The National Cancer Institute has this terrific information on PREVENTING STOMACH CANCER - http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/stomach/page1
The National Cancer Institute has this booklet for TREATING STOMACH CANCER - http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/stomach/page1 There are also links to Clinical Trials on this page.