“Rollercoaster: How a man can survive his partner’s breast cancer” is a comprehensive memoir-chronicle and guide to scientific research, meds and where to get help — and can aid female patients and caregivers even though it’s geared toward male caregivers.
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FTC says four cancer charities diverted $187 million of donors' money meant for patientsThe Federal Trade Commission has called four cancer philanthropies a sham, claiming they bilked contributors of $187 million.The charges were filed in a civil complaint.No criminal...
D.C. article outlines breast cancer myths — but doesn't the lore contain some truths?Paige Winfield CunninghamDespite the information explosion online and elsewhere, myths still exist about breast cancer.At least that's the contention of Paige Winfield Cunningham, a...
'Rollercoaster' author debuts on TV, on Comcast — an interview also slated for YouTube No matter how hard I try, I'll never be another Kim Kardashian. I just don't know how to promote myself that well.Besides, I've never made a sex tape.And don't plan...
Chemicals in nail products threaten manicurists, clients with cancers and miscarriagesCan manicures be hazardous to your health?Possibly.According to The New York Times, new medical research shows links "between the chemicals that make nail and beauty products...
Veteran author, blogger thinks 'Rollercoaster' helps male caregivers cope with cancerThe main subject of a new Goodreads blog is that "Rollercoaster" can assist male caregivers in dealing with breast cancer.Veteran...
Tom Hanks, 'Rollercoaster' author share need to give care to breast cancer patient wivesHollywood superstar Tom Hanks has become an instant male caregiver.Why?Because his 58-year-old actress wife, Rita Wilson, recently choose to undergo a double mastectomy.And...
'Rollercoaster' is praised in online article for showing men how they can be good partners A new examiner.com feature article titled "Woody Weingarten's ride through wife's breast cancer may help you" states unequivocally that my book "is worth reading even...
'Rollercoaster' author cheered by blood test that can help locate patients' cancer DNA Gina Kolata"Liquid biopsy," a new blood test, has shown promise of locating cancer DNA in a patient's bloodstream, according to an article in "The New York Times."The...
Celine Dion's caregiving for her cancer-patient husband mirrors that of 'Rollercoaster' authorCeline Dion with husband Rene AngelilSuperstar Celine Dion's caregiving for her throat-cancer patient husband Rene Angelil isn't far removed from the care I gave...
'Rollercoaster' author — in letter to editor — stresses life, not death, overcoming fearDespite many substantial advances in treatments and meds, cancer still can be devastating for patients and caregivers — because of fear.Sensationalized scare tactics from the media...