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Title: This Is Cancer
Subtitle: Everything You Need to Know, from the Waiting Room to the Bedroom
Author: Laura Holmes Haddad
Narrator: Rachel Fulginiti
Format: Unabridged
Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-18-16
Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes
Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration
Publisher's Summary:
Cancer is indiscriminate. It cares little for class, creed, or color. Its victims and their caregivers are everywhere. When Laura Holmes Haddad was diagnosed with Stage IV inflammatory breast cancer at age 37, she discovered shelf upon shelf of overly earnest, somber survival books instead of the straight talk she needed. She knew there had to be a better way.
This Is Cancer is the thoughtful, informative, and sometimes entertaining result for those who prefer their pathos with equal parts humor, reality, and a touch of flair. A "what to expect when you're expecting" book for the diagnosis you don't want but are stuck with, This Is Cancer is the book that patients keep in their "heading to the hospital bag", because it's the only one that tells them what's going on and keeps them company. Included here are such useful snippets as the following:
There is no limit to what you will put yourself through when told it might save your life.
Stay away from the Internet, and don't let anyone tell you what they looked up about your diagnosis.
You'll be surrounded by people, but sometimes you'll feel lonely and alone.
Lexapro is Tylenol for the soul.
If you don't like your doctors, find new ones. You will feel somewhat at the mercy of them, like they hold the key to your mortality, but in fact, more than one doctor can potentially save you, and some are nice and some are mean.
Whether you or your loved ones want a primer full of useful information in an easy-to-reference format or a friendly and comforting listen with honest, comforting, and darkly funny tips, This Is Cancer provides the real intel and advice that you need most during this tremendously difficult time.
Members Reviews:
Highly recommend
This had helpful information and I would highly recommend for anyone going through cancer. Of course, it didn't all apply to me but enough did that it was helpful. It had necessary detail and yet was interesting and easy to read.
A MUST READ
Saying "I love it" as a condition of giving this amazing read 5 stars is a bit of a stretch as the book deals with the very serious subject of cancer which is hard "to love." That being said, this is a thoughtfully and straight from the heart accounting of the author's "roadtrip" through "cancerland" (her words). I read the book in two sittings and I do not nor have I ever had cancer. It is that compelling of a read for anyone but obviously for anyone with cancer or anyone who has a friend or family member with cancer. The book is chock full of great resources and insights into living through cancer by assuring one seeks the best care out there. The author also has quite a sense of humor when tackling the various issues related to diagnosis and treatment options as well as how to be present for her family and friends. I immediately bought and gifted the book to a dear friend just recently diagnosed and awaiting a mastectomy this coming month. The book is laid out in a way where any cancer patient can easily pick and choose those subjects germane to their individual circumstances. I highly recommend this book.
A must read for all cancer patients and caregivers
This book is the roadmap I desperately needed as a caregiver to a family member with cancer.