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Good nutrition is important for people with cancer. A healthy diet includes foods and liquids…
During cancer treatment, nails may become brittle, dry, or discolored. You might notice ridges forming…
Neuropathy, often caused by cancer treatments like chemotherapy, is nerve damage that results in pain,…
Exercising for at least 30 minutes most days could help reduce pain in cancer patients….
Living with cancer can be an emotional rollercoaster. One common aspect that many cancer patients…
When you talk about treatment choices for your cancer, it’s important to understand all your…
Cancer turns your life upside down, forcing you to adapt quickly. Your sense of normal…
It’s always good to be kind to yourself, but it’s especially important when diagnosed with…
Maintaining a positive outlook during a cancer battle can be tough, but it’s important for…
In today’s fast-paced world, ultra-processed foods have become a staple in many diets. However, for…
If you have chronic medical conditions (coexisting conditions) in addition to cancer, it’s important to…
During cancer treatment and its aftermath, it’s common to feel a sense of diminished support…
If you’re about to have chemotherapy, you might be wondering what to expect from this.Patients…
Treatment, side effects, and worrying about the future create stress and can overwhelm you. While…
There are several factors that can contribute to sleep difficulties while undergoing chemotherapy: Tips to…
While this side effect can be emotionally challenging, the prospect of regrowth brings a glimmer…
Radiotherapy is no secret that it can come with its own set of side effects….
Deciding to go through with cancer treatment is a big deal. Depending on where you…
Navigating the complexities of cancer often involves difficult decisions, especially as the disease progresses. During…
Dealing with hair loss can be one of the most challenging aspects of undergoing chemotherapy,…
While medical treatments are essential in alleviating pain, complementary therapies like reflexology could provide additional…
Effective communication with your oncologist can greatly alleviate stress and ensure you receive the best…
Living with cancer brings its own set of challenges, and managing pain is often at…
Tips to Ease Your Mind. One of the most anxiety-inducing moments for many patients is…
Exercise is key to your recovery journey, helping you regain physical strength, boost your mood, and…
Have you ever wondered why cancer-related fatigue feels different from just feeling tired?Let’s explore cancer-related…
If you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy, you might have come across the term ”chemo brain”. Chemo…
For our special end-of-2023 celebration, we’ve collected the top five posts from the Belong.Life Beating…
Arranging transportation to and from cancer treatment can feel overwhelming. That’s why, we’ll explore various…
By Dr. Daniel Vorobiof, CMO of Belong.life. No patient diagnosed with breast cancer is mentally…
In a recent survey, cancer clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates overall ranked quality of life…
Many cancer patients, particularly patients with advanced cancer experience Cachexia, a condition characterized by severe…
Alcohol consumption, including risky drinking behaviors, is common among adult cancer survivors, even people currently…
As you navigate through your treatment journey, you may be wondering if it’s possible to…
A closer look at the health effects of climate change: Climate Change and Cancer Care—Feeling…
Decision fatigue refers to the mental exhaustion and reduced ability to make decisions that can…
Hair loss, also called alopecia, is a side effect of chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy,…
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Dave, was named after the biblical King David, who employed his wisdom to triumph over…
Known for its soothing properties, aloe vera gel has shown promise in alleviating certain treatment…
Today, we will delve into a topic that might leave a sour taste in your…
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering moment filled with a whirlwind of emotions….
With the mission of improving access to quality cancer care for patients worldwide, Dave brings…
You may have heard about a port if you’re undergoing cancer treatment. It’s a small…
This unique term combines ”cancer” and ”anniversary” and refers to the anniversary of a cancer…
FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is a feeling many of us have experienced…
Stress is a natural response in stressful situations, but in the long term, it can…
Have you ever reacted to a situation and didn’t consciously understand why? This may be…
Today, there is more focus on the significance of addressing patients’ emotional, physical, and psychosocial…
According to oncologists, anger is one of the first emotions patients express upon diagnosis. That…
Managing the emotions that come with a cancer diagnosis can be a daunting task. It…
People with cancer are often immunocompromised as a result of cancer and its treatments. This…
The Surprising Role of Vitamins in Managing Blood CancerAs a cancer patient, you may already…
Managing chronic stress can lead to Burnout, but Burnout is not always easy to spot….
Spouses Of Patients With Cancer At Increased Risk Of Psychiatric Disorders, Study Finds. The heightened…
American Cancer Survey: Female Patients with Cancer Report Less Satisfaction, More Challenges with Cancer Care….
When we can’t control something or make sense of what’s happening, it is natural to…
Researchers found there is often a disconnect between the medical language used by doctors and…
Belong’s success story: 8X Quicker results for market research and understanding of patient journeys….
One doesn’t typically think of saliva and its important role in the mouth. It is…
September & October are Awareness months dedicated to most of the Female cancers (Gynecological &…
Listening to your body is an essential part of self-care. Only you know what your…
It is well known that cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. Not…
Belong.life Improving patient quality of life & quality of care and supporting millions of patients…
Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) are immunotherapy drugs introduced in 2015 as first-line melanoma treatment. A…
Hydrotherapy, also referred to as water or aquatic therapy, is a rehabilitation method for many…
”Stay positive” is a phrase many people use. In some instances, when one is having…
The title of this topic is a bit catchy. How to be prepared when you…
Many people going through chemotherapy discuss an unpleasant body odor as a side effect.And yes,…
A common side effect of cancer and its treatment is Cancer-associated thrombosis. This condition has…
During the medical journey, you may meet different treatment-…
Fear of cancer recurring or progressing after diagnosis and subsequent treatments, is a normal consequence…
When deciding which diagnostic tests to choose (CT, PET-CT, MRI, or Ultrasound), doctors consider two…
Managing pain after surgery is an integral part of the road to recovery. To help…
Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that accounts for the majority of skin cancer…
The FDA has recently approved a new treatment indication for CAR-T cell therapy, Yescarta (axicabtagene ciloleucel). The…
A medical summary is a document of your personal health history listed in chronological order….
When dealing with cancer, it’s only natural that it may bring up many different feelings…
It is a well-known fact that too many patients with chronic diseases (MS, cancer, etc.),…
How do we get back to who we were before? This was a question asked…
Telemedicine is an innovative technology that as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic, has…
Kindness is defined as acts of care and consideration towards others, without expecting anything in…
The role of sex as part of physical intimacy is only one of several types…
Over the past 20 years, there has been a slowly but steady increase in the…
Hormones are natural chemicals moving through the bloodstream until they reach a target organ delivering…
Crying connects people, evokes an empathetic and compassionate response, allows and invites support. Even newborn…
Some tips to help you perfect the waiting game: One of the lessons a cancer…
In a recent clinical trial, the efficacy of music and back massage for pain &…
The main consideration for doctors regarding which test to choose (CT, PET-CT, MRI, or Ultrasound)…
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) begins in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system…
NSCLC-non-small cell lung cancer is the most prevalent type of lung cancer. Other kinds of…
Multiple myeloma, also known as myeloma, is a type of bone marrow cancer. Bone marrow…
Melanoma develops in the melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin (the pigment that gives the…
The treatment routine isn’t easy.  Side effects, bureaucracy, pressure and anxiety.  All these will affect…
RCC-Renal cell carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer. The disease occurs when…
Analyzing the different categories of Belong users and how gender affects the way individuals battle…
Colon and rectal cancers are often grouped since they share several features. Colorectal cancer usually…
Several tips provided by other users in Belong. This time, tips that will help you…
Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breast tissues.  Breast cancer can…
Can I Chat with doctors through the app? Yes, there are several public groups that…
You may find yourself asking the question, “Why should I try something that offers no…
Cancer can affect eating habits in many ways. It might be completely different before, during…
The purpose of cancer treatments is to destroy cancer cells. Unfortunately, the treatments (chemotherapy, radiation…
Transitional cell carcinoma is the most prevalent type of bladder cancer. The disease occurs when…
When you receive a cancer diagnosis, it can be incredibly shocking You may have a…
Endometrial cancer, also called uterus cancer, occurs when a tumor grows in the cells that…
When coping with cancer, a clinical trial can sometimes be the best or the only…
Tumors that start within the spinal cord or the brain are called primary brain tumors….
A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, confusing and can raise multiple questions and concerns. Now…
A cancer diagnosis is life-altering, impacting the individual, their family, and the entire social circle….
Yoga is one of the most popular complementary treatments for managing cancer symptoms and therapy…
Having cancer is often one of the most stressful and hardest experiences someone can have…
Intimacy, expressed in different ways, is an important component of a healthy relationship. For many…
For many years, patients receiving chemotherapy were frustrated by the mental and memory cloudiness they…
Palliative care has long been associated with end-of-life care, and it will always fill that…
We have summarized some of the actions and gestures that helped the Belong users the…
During your cancer journey, you have probably encountered the term ‘’tumor markers’’.  There are two…
Many cancer survivors struggle with lots of thoughts and fears of the future, the dread…
CAR (Chimeric Antigen Receptor)-Tcell therapy is a type of immunotherapy drug that changes the patient’sown T…
Mobile apps have now become a necessary part of life. They are often used as…
Do you tend to ask other people to repeat themselves over and over again? Do…
Hiccups happen when the diaphragm, which is the predominant muscle used in breathing, contracts uncontrollably…
As the Coronavirus spreads throughout the world, many cancer patients express their concern in light…
Have you heard of a cancer patient who was refused a wire transfer due to…
We are excited and proud to share with you that the American Society of Clinical…
Numerous people going through cancer treatments suffer from insomnia, which may include difficulty falling asleep,…
Cancer can affect eating habits in many ways. It might be completely different before, during…
Cancer and even newest cancer treatments can lead to severe oral fungal infections due to…
Brachytherapy, sometimes also called internal radiation therapy, is a type of radiation therapy for treating…
When was the last time you laughed so hard tears came to your eyes? Most…
”I feel faint”, ”I feel as if I’m going to fall”, ”I’m dizzy”, ”I’m lightheaded”,…
Masks During the Days of COVID-19: Nowadays, the mask became an integral part of our…
Over the past decade, there have been significant advances in cancer treatment and research. A…
Can I drink alcohol while on chemotherapy? Well – it depends. First, it depends on…
Treatments headaches are a possible side effect of different types of cancer treatments. These include…
When I was first diagnosed with breast cancer, I went into fight mode and fought…
To all couples going through this journey, may this letter bring you hope and inspiration….
Pain could be experienced in a physical, emotional, or psychological way. Whichever way you feel…
Justine Friedman Clinical Dietician The goal of the diet is to put the body into…
The Clinical Trial Team-Belong Women with breast cancer generally do not communicate with the medical…
Justine Friedman from the Belong Diet, Nutrition & Cancer group shares some ideas for gut…
The Clinical Trial Team – Belong In a UK clinical trial, researchers examined whether exercise…
New FDA Approval for CML Petients Asciminib (Scemblix) was recently approved for the following indications:…
Do you tend to ask other people to repeat themselves over and over again? Do…
Is there a genetic link between testicular cancer and family ovarian cancer?Although the family history…
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