Meet Dave

Watch the worlds first AI cancer mentor. Intelligent and informative. Proactive and experienced. Available 24/7….

Doctor-Patient Relationship – a Partnership

The doctor-patient relationship should be a partnership, but frustration can set in when it’s not functioning…

Preparing for Chemotherapy

Preparing for chemotherapy can feel overwhelming, but planning and support can make a significant difference. This content…

Loneliness and Cancer

A cancer diagnosis can bring intense feelings of isolation, as many patients feel that few…

Preventing Infections During Treatment

Infections are common complications for patients with cancer. With a weakened immune system, even minor…

6 Tips to Stay Strong During Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy can cause side effects like hair loss, fatigue, nausea, and digestive issues. Staying strong,…

Nutrition in Cancer Care

Good nutrition is important for people with cancer. A healthy diet includes foods and liquids…

How Cancer Treatment Can Affect Your Nails

During cancer treatment, nails may become brittle, dry, or discolored. You might notice ridges forming…

Nerve Damage or neuropathy

Neuropathy, often caused by cancer treatments like chemotherapy, is nerve damage that results in pain,…

Exercising May Relieve Pain

Exercising for at least 30 minutes most days could help reduce pain in cancer patients….

Cancer and Mood Swings

Living with cancer can be an emotional rollercoaster. One common aspect that many cancer patients…

Making Your Treatment Decisions

When you talk about treatment choices for your cancer, it’s important to understand all your…

How Cancer Changes You

Cancer turns your life upside down, forcing you to adapt quickly. Your sense of normal…

Being Kind to Yourself During Tough Times

It’s always good to be kind to yourself, but it’s especially important when diagnosed with…

How to Stay Positive While Fighting Cancer

Maintaining a positive outlook during a cancer battle can be tough, but it’s important for…

Processed Food and Cancer

In today’s fast-paced world, ultra-processed foods have become a staple in many diets. However, for…

Managing Other Health Problems When You Have Cancer

If you have chronic medical conditions (coexisting conditions) in addition to cancer, it’s important to…

You’re Not Alone

During cancer treatment and its aftermath, it’s common to feel a sense of diminished support…

Chemo Tips

If you’re about to have chemotherapy, you might be wondering what to expect from this.Patients…

Living in the Moment

Treatment, side effects, and worrying about the future create stress and can overwhelm you. While…

Managing Sleep Challenges During Chemo

There are several factors that can contribute to sleep difficulties while undergoing chemotherapy: Tips to…

What helps hair Regrowth after Chemotherapy? The full guide

While this side effect can be emotionally challenging, the prospect of regrowth brings a glimmer…

Radiotherapy Side Effects: what to expect?

Radiotherapy is no secret that it can come with its own set of side effects….

It’s Your Own Decision

Deciding to go through with cancer treatment is a big deal. Depending on where you…

Hospice Services for Cancer Patients

Navigating the complexities of cancer often involves difficult decisions, especially as the disease progresses. During…

3 Things to Know About Hair Loss After Chemo

Dealing with hair loss can be one of the most challenging aspects of undergoing chemotherapy,…

Reflexology for Cancer Patients

While medical treatments are essential in alleviating pain, complementary therapies like reflexology could provide additional…

Communicating with Your Oncologist

Effective communication with your oncologist can greatly alleviate stress and ensure you receive the best…

The Role of Activity in Alleviating Cancer Pain

Living with cancer brings its own set of challenges, and managing pain is often at…

Conquer Scanxiety

Tips to Ease Your Mind. One of the most anxiety-inducing moments for many patients is…

Exercise after Treatment

Exercise is key to your recovery journey, helping you regain physical strength, boost your mood, and…

Cancer-Related Fatigue

Have you ever wondered why cancer-related fatigue feels different from just feeling tired?Let’s explore cancer-related…

What is Chemo Brain

If you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy, you might have come across the term ”chemo brain”. Chemo…

Transportation Resources To and From Treatment

Arranging transportation to and from cancer treatment can feel overwhelming. That’s why, we’ll explore various…

Lifestyle Changes Following a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

By Dr. Daniel Vorobiof, CMO of Belong.life. No patient diagnosed with breast cancer is mentally…

Quality of Life, Top Priority in Cancer Care

In a recent survey, cancer clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates overall ranked quality of life…

Cachexia

Many cancer patients, particularly patients with advanced cancer experience Cachexia, a condition characterized by severe…

Risky Drinking Common in Cancer Survivors

Alcohol consumption, including risky drinking behaviors, is common among adult cancer survivors, even people currently…

Living Alone During Chemo

As you navigate through your treatment journey, you may be wondering if it’s possible to…

Climate Change and Cancer Care

A closer look at the health effects of climate change: Climate Change and Cancer Care—Feeling…

Decision Fatigue

Decision fatigue refers to the mental exhaustion and reduced ability to make decisions that can…

Secondary Alopecia

Hair loss, also called alopecia, is a side effect of chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy,…

The Future of Patient Support – Webinar

Join our webinar and discover the future of patient support AI is transforming healthcare, and…

What was the inspiration for Dave’s name?

Dave, was named after the biblical King David, who employed his wisdom to triumph over…

The Soothing Power of Aloe Vera Gel

Known for its soothing properties, aloe vera gel has shown promise in alleviating certain treatment…

The Bitter Truth: Grapefruit and Cancer Treatments

Today, we will delve into a topic that might leave a sour taste in your…

Coming to Terms with a Cancer Diagnosis

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering moment filled with a whirlwind of emotions….

Dave, Belong’s AI Mentor, Support Cancer Patients

With the mission of improving access to quality cancer care for patients worldwide, Dave brings…

To Port or Not to Port: Pros and Cons

You may have heard about a port if you’re undergoing cancer treatment. It’s a small…

Cancerversary meaning

This unique term combines ”cancer” and ”anniversary” and refers to the anniversary of a cancer…

FOMO vs. JOMO

FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is a feeling many of us have experienced…

Stress

Stress is a natural response in stressful situations, but in the long term, it can…

Healing Your Inner Child A Powerful Tool for Cancer Recovery

Have you ever reacted to a situation and didn’t consciously understand why? This may be…

Supportive Care

Today, there is more focus on the significance of addressing patients’ emotional, physical, and psychosocial…

Boiling Point

According to oncologists, anger is one of the first emotions patients express upon diagnosis. That…

8 Ways to Boost Your Mood During Cancer Treatment

Managing the emotions that come with a cancer diagnosis can be a daunting task. It…

How To Keep Your Loved One Safe During A Visit

People with cancer are often immunocompromised as a result of cancer and its treatments. This…

The Surprising Role of Vitamins in Managing Blood Cancer

The Surprising Role of Vitamins in Managing Blood CancerAs a cancer patient, you may already…

Burnout

Managing chronic stress can lead to Burnout, but Burnout is not always easy to spot….

Spouses of Patients and Psychiatric Disorders

Spouses Of Patients With Cancer At Increased Risk Of Psychiatric Disorders, Study Finds. The heightened…

Female Patients with Cancer Report Less Satisfaction

American Cancer Survey: Female Patients with Cancer Report Less Satisfaction, More Challenges with Cancer Care….

Anger or Grief?

When we can’t control something or make sense of what’s happening, it is natural to…

The Dr. talks gibberish?

Researchers found there is often a disconnect between the medical language used by doctors and…

10X Faster access to a cohort of TNBC patients

Belong’s success story: 8X Quicker results for market research and understanding of patient journeys….

Dry Mouth – Xerostomia

One doesn’t typically think of saliva and its important role in the mouth. It is…

Sexual Concerns in Female Cancer patients

September & October are Awareness months dedicated to most of the Female cancers (Gynecological &…

Body Talks

Listening to your body is an essential part of self-care. Only you know what your…

Prevention of Cancer Risks

It is well known that cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Not…

10 Benefits of being part of Belong

Belong.life Improving patient quality of life & quality of care and supporting millions of patients…

Immunotherapy Benefit Since Approval

Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) are immunotherapy drugs introduced in 2015 as first-line melanoma treatment. A…

Hydrotherapy and Cancer

Hydrotherapy, also referred to as water or aquatic therapy, is a rehabilitation method for many…

Effective Communication

”Stay positive” is a phrase many people use. In some instances, when one is having…

How to be Prepared

The title of this topic is a bit catchy. How to be prepared when you…

Chemo Smell

Many people going through chemotherapy discuss an unpleasant body odor as a side effect.And yes,…

Cancer and associated thrombosis

A common side effect of cancer and its treatment is Cancer-associated thrombosis. This condition has…

Joining a Clinical Trial

During the medical journey, you may meet different treatment-…

Fear of Cancer Recurrence

Fear of cancer recurring or progressing after diagnosis and subsequent treatments, is a normal consequence…

Diagnostic Tests

When deciding which diagnostic tests to choose (CT, PET-CT, MRI, or Ultrasound), doctors consider two…

Tips for Managing Pain After Surgery

Managing pain after surgery is an integral part of the road to recovery. To help…

Benign Skin Lesions Vs. Melanoma

Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that accounts for the majority of skin cancer…

A New CAR-T Cell Therapy

The FDA has recently approved a new treatment indication for CAR-T cell therapy, Yescarta (axicabtagene ciloleucel). The…

What is a Medical Summary

A medical summary is a document of your personal health history listed in chronological order….

Cancer and Dating

When dealing with cancer, it’s only natural that it may bring up many different feelings…

Clinical Trials and the Covid 19 Pandemic

It is a well-known fact that too many patients with chronic diseases (MS, cancer, etc.),…

In Search of Yourself

How do we get back to who we were before? This was a question asked…

Telemedicine and Chronic Patients

Telemedicine is an innovative technology that as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic, has…

Kindness changes everything

Kindness is defined as acts of care and consideration towards others, without expecting anything in…

Intimacy During Cancer Treatments

The role of sex as part of physical intimacy is only one of several types…

Colorectal Cancers in Young People

Over the past 20 years, there has been a slowly but steady increase in the…

Hormones & Cancer

Hormones are natural chemicals moving through the bloodstream until they reach a target organ delivering…

Cry Baby

Crying connects people, evokes an empathetic and compassionate response, allows and invites support. Even newborn…

The Waiting Game

Some tips to help you perfect the waiting game: One of the lessons a cancer…

Treating cancer pain with complementary medicine

In a recent clinical trial, the efficacy of music and back massage for pain &…

Cancer imaging tests – CT MRI PET CT and Ultrasound

The main consideration for doctors regarding which test to choose (CT, PET-CT, MRI, or Ultrasound)…

Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) begins in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system…

Lung Cancer

NSCLC-non-small cell lung cancer is the most prevalent type of lung cancer. Other kinds of…

Multiple Myeloma

Multiple myeloma, also known as myeloma, is a type of bone marrow cancer. Bone marrow…

Malignant Melanoma

Melanoma develops in the melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin (the pigment that gives the…

Let’s Talk About Fitness During Cancer Treatments

The treatment routine isn’t easy. Side effects, bureaucracy, pressure and anxiety. All these will affect…

Kidney Cancer

RCC-Renal cell carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer. The disease occurs when…

Different Approaches to Cancer Treatment

Analyzing the different categories of Belong users and how gender affects the way individuals battle…

Colorectal Cancer

Colon and rectal cancers are often grouped since they share several features. Colorectal cancer usually…

Tips For Your Next Meeting With Your Medical Team

Several tips provided by other users in Belong. This time, tips that will help you…

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breast tissues. Breast cancer can…

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Chat with doctors through the app? Yes, there are several public groups that…

Clinical Trials for Breast Cancer

You may find yourself asking the question, “Why should I try something that offers no…

Cancer Eating Habits

Cancer can affect eating habits in many ways. It might be completely different before, during…

blood cell count

The purpose of cancer treatments is to destroy cancer cells. Unfortunately, the treatments (chemotherapy, radiation…

Bladder Cancer

Transitional cell carcinoma is the most prevalent type of bladder cancer. The disease occurs when…

BEST WAYS TO COPE WITH CANCER

When you receive a cancer diagnosis, it can be incredibly shocking You may have a…

Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial cancer, also called uterus cancer, occurs when a tumor grows in the cells that…

Clinical Trial Matching

When coping with cancer, a clinical trial can sometimes be the best or the only…

Primary Brain Tumors – Glioblastoma

Tumors that start within the spinal cord or the brain are called primary brain tumors….

You’ve Been Diagnosed With Cancer, Now What?

A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, confusing and can raise multiple questions and concerns. Now…

How to Be the Best Caregivers You Can Be?

A cancer diagnosis is life-altering, impacting the individual, their family, and the entire social circle….

Yoga for Cancer Patients

Yoga is one of the most popular complementary treatments for managing cancer symptoms and therapy…

Cancer Support Groups Online

Having cancer is often one of the most stressful and hardest experiences someone can have…

Lets Talk About LOVE

Intimacy, expressed in different ways, is an important component of a healthy relationship. For many…

Chemo Brain

For many years, patients receiving chemotherapy were frustrated by the mental and memory cloudiness they…

Palliative Care Helps Improve the Quality of Life

Palliative care has long been associated with end-of-life care, and it will always fill that…

How to Help a Family Member with Cancer: From Afar and Close By

We have summarized some of the actions and gestures that helped the Belong users the…

Tumor Tissue Markers and Cancer Biomarkers

During your cancer journey, you have probably encountered the term ‘’tumor markers’’. There are two…

Fear of Recurrence

Many cancer survivors struggle with lots of thoughts and fears of the future, the dread…

How Does CAR T-Cell Therapy Work?

CAR (Chimeric Antigen Receptor)-Tcell therapy is a type of immunotherapy drug that changes the patient’sown T…

Not Just a Cancer App

Mobile apps have now become a necessary part of life. They are often used as…

Hearing Loss

Do you tend to ask other people to repeat themselves over and over again? Do…

What Causes Hiccups in Cancer Patients and How to Stop Them

Hiccups happen when the diaphragm, which is the predominant muscle used in breathing, contracts uncontrollably…

Coronavirus and Cancer

As the Coronavirus spreads throughout the world, many cancer patients express their concern in light…

Unrecognizable Fingerprint

Have you heard of a cancer patient who was refused a wire transfer due to…

Significant Study Regarding Clinical Practice for the BRCA Gene

We are excited and proud to share with you that the American Society of Clinical…

Does Cancer Affect Sleep?

Numerous people going through cancer treatments suffer from insomnia, which may include difficulty falling asleep,…

Did Cancer Change Your Eating Habits?

Cancer can affect eating habits in many ways. It might be completely different before, during…

Why Do Cancer Patients Get Oral Thrush?

Cancer and even newest cancer treatments can lead to severe oral fungal infections due to…

Brachytherapy

Brachytherapy, sometimes also called internal radiation therapy, is a type of radiation therapy for treating…

Laughter is the Best Medicine

When was the last time you laughed so hard tears came to your eyes? Most…

“The World Goes Round and Round” – Dizziness

”I feel faint”, ”I feel as if I’m going to fall”, ”I’m dizzy”, ”I’m lightheaded”,…

The Mask

Masks During the Days of COVID-19: Nowadays, the mask became an integral part of our…

Targeted Therapy

Over the past decade, there have been significant advances in cancer treatment and research. A…

Can You Drink Alcohol While on Chemotherapy?

Can I drink alcohol while on chemotherapy? Well – it depends. First, it depends on…

Headaches and Cancer

Treatments headaches are a possible side effect of different types of cancer treatments. These include…

Have Faith

When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer, I went into fight mode and fought…

A Love Letter

To all couples going through this journey, may this letter bring you hope and inspiration….

Pain

Pain could be experienced in a physical, emotional, or psychological way. Whichever way you feel…

The Ketogenic Diet

Justine Friedman Clinical Dietician The goal of the diet is to put the body into…

Talking about sexuality

The Clinical Trial Team-Belong Women with breast cancer generally do not communicate with the medical…

Mood Boosters

Justine Friedman from the Belong Diet, Nutrition & Cancer group shares some ideas for gut…

Can exercise reduce disability risk?

The Clinical Trial Team – Belong In a UK clinical trial, researchers examined whether exercise…

A New FDA Approval for CML Patients

New FDA Approval for CML Petients Asciminib (Scemblix) was recently approved for the following indications:…

Hearing- Loss

Do you tend to ask other people to repeat themselves over and over again? Do…

Genetic link between testicular cancer and ovarian cancer

Is there a genetic link between testicular cancer and family ovarian cancer?Although the family history…

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