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Making Chemo Bearable
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Welcome to Making Chemo Bearable
It is my prayer that you will benefit from my experiences with cancer as you, or a loved one, enter the unfamiliar territory of a new cancer diagnosis. A diagnosis of cancer can be an overwhelming experience which causes emotional feelings of hopelessness, fear, disbelief, anger, guilt, sadness, depression, and loneliness. The "C" (Cancer) word, has such a negative connotation attached to it. However, it's not only about the disease and its effects, it is about the people who love you most and enter into this period of time with you, they are your Caregivers.
Making Chemo Bearable (MCB) exists to provide awareness, education, support and hope to individuals during their cancer journey, specifically targeting those from under resourced, underrepresented and underserved communities.
We believe a knowledgeable, supportive and caring environment provides HOPE to individuals on the cancer journey. Helping Survivors Find Joy in the Journey!
Ragina Ireland
North Texas Giving Day - September 19, 2024
North Texas Giving Day 2024 (September 1 - September 19) is an annual online fundraising event that takes place in the North Texas. The event is organized to support and promote philanthropy for various nonprofit organizations that serve the North Texas community.
During the event donors from all over the world can visit the Giving Day website and make secure online donations to their favorite nonprofit organizations. The donations are amplified by various incentives and prizes, such as bonus funds or matching grants, which are provided by corporate sponsors, foundations, and individual donors. These incentives serve to encourage people to give generously and support the causes they care about.
Line Dancing - September 28, 2024
Line Dancing Makes Chemo Bearable. This is a Breast Cancer event to bring awareness and assist survivors by “Empowering Survivors to Find Joy in the Journey”.
Summit in Grand Prairie from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. Donations in the name of Survivors or other Sheroes/Heroes are welcome.
Stacey Dickson – Dance Instuctor
The Summit
2975 Esplanade, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Teams and Individuals are welcome!
A $10 donation is requested but not required to assist with the mission of Making Chemo Bearable – a non profit organization.
Suvivor Spotlight: Laverne Macon
Laverne Macon is Cancer Free for 5 years
MCB: What was your journey like emotionally?
LaVerne: I am going to make this journey a testimony for someone else. I am not going to feel sorry for myself.
MCB: Where did you draw your strength for each “next” step?
LaVerne: God… faith… my village - Husband, Mom, children, friends.
MCB: What made you smile in the midst of it all?
LaVerne: I could put on wigs and still be cute for my husband. I did not look like I had cancer.
MCB: Were you able to celebrate the small victories?
LaVerne: Yes, with Pink Parties, theme T-shirts created and worn by my Village.
MCB: What are who surprised you the most?
LaVerne: The positive reaction, love and help from my grandkids.
LaVerne is thriving. She is cancer free and a huge community advocate which is always on display from assisting someone going to college, cancer survivors and a huge supporter of all that Making Chemo Bearable does.
Announcements
Survivor Spotlight Series – Catherine Smith
We posted our second in a series of Survivor Spotlight articles that showcase a spotlight on survivors of Breast Cancer and their stories. Our second Survivor Spotlight is Catherine Smith who is cancer free. View her Spotlight article.
Registration Open for Awakenings Seminar
Registration is now open for the Awakenings Educational Seminar on Saturday, April 13, 2024. Tickets are free. REGISTER NOW Date/Time: April 13, 2024 (9:30am – 1 PM) Location: 1660 W. Camp Wisdom Road, Dallas, TX 75232
New Breast Cancer Gene Test Article Added
A new article called “Breast Cancer Gene Test May Lead to Worse Care for Black Patients” has been added. A common genetic test to determine treatment options for breast cancer could be leading some Black patients to forego chemotherapy that might have helped them, a new study says. Read More.
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Benefits of Chemotherapy for Treating Breast Cancer
Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells or slow down their growth. It is commonly used as a treatment option for breast cancer and offers several benefits in managing the disease. Here are some of the benefits of chemotherapy for treating breast cancer: Targeting cancer cells: Chemotherapy drugs work by... Continue reading→