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Adam Borden

November Advocate Spotlight: Adam R. Borden, MHA

Each month, the Cancer Policy Institute profiles advocates who have been engaged in health advocacy. Read on to learn more about Adam and his passion for early and equitable cancer detection. If you are interested in learning more about policy, advocacy, and ways to get involved, sign up to be a part of the Grassroots Network!

Take Notes During Doctor Visits

Sheri, former caregiver of friend with multiple myeloma, discusses the need to take and keep good notes as a caregiver during doctor visits.

Be Frank & Open

Elaine R., caregiver for husband with melanoma, shares the importance of being open, frank and honest. As hard is that may be, being upfront makes it easier in the end.

Cancer and the Family

Barry, a caregiver, talks about how cancer impacts the whole family.

Being a Caregiver

Watch as others talk about their experience in being a caregiver.

Caregiver Support Group

Elaine, caregiver for husband with melanoma, shares her positive experience in finding a caregiver support group which helped her realize she was not alone.

Matthew: Finding Clinical Trials

Matthew discusses how to begin your search for clinical trials and essential steps to move forward toward treatment.

Emotional Support

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Biomarker Testing Tool Empowers Lung Cancer Patients

The Cancer Support Community is excited to announce the launch of its new Biomarker Testing Tool for lung cancer. This groundbreaking streamlined platform empowers lung cancer patients and their loved ones to be informed and active participants in the treatment decision-making process.

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Savoring Precious Human Connections

I dare say I’m not the only one feeling fragile during these long months grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s like I’ve lost a layer of skin. And now, just as students like my daughter have returned to the classroom and college campus, cases are rising. How long will the pandemic continue to pose a threat to our health and way of life? Will things ever be “normal” again? The answers seem more and more unclear. Still, life persists. Babies are born. Lovers marry. Too many good people die from cancer.