“This is a great way to connect with people, especially right now, when I feel like connecting with people is difficult. We’re not meeting too many strangers right now during COVID-19. It allows individuals to really express themselves.”

Although progress is being made in detecting and understanding many types of cancer and what might cause them, gallbladder cancer remains something of a mystery. 

APPs are essential members of your clinical team at Roswell Park. How are they trained, and what types of things are they qualified to do?

Nutritional needs and challenges are different for every cancer patient. Roswell Park's RDNs can make personalized recommendations to help you manage any side effects of treatment and stay healthy into the future.

"If a person is very stressed — and unfortunately, stress such as anxiety increases if you get a cancer diagnosis — that may divert valuable energy that could be used for the anti-tumor immune response.”

A caregiver devotes much of their time and energy to making sure the patient has everything they need during treatment, including the love and support that will help them get through it. But who supports the caregiver?

“I experienced the wonderful feeling of being able to provide real hope to people suffering from cancer.”

Many cancer survivors report that they don't sleep well, even years after diagnosis. Getting a good night's sleep is important, because it boosts your immune system. Plan ahead to avoid sleep disruptions after Daylight Saving Time kicks in.