Resident leads effort to provide comfort kits to those with cancer

Good News Notes: “Each item in the tightly packed kit was specifically chosen to provide comfort to those struggling with cancer. Playing cards gave them something to do during long treatments. Hand lotion and chapstick would help counter the dehydrating effects of chemotherapy. Chocolate candies were simply a treat to raise a person’s spirits slightly….

Cancer: Teenage patient promotes body image for #StillMe campaign

Good News Notes: “In a survey of 53 (teen cancer) patients, the charity found 23% of those surveyed were most worried about the change in their looks, which can include hair loss, scarring, weight fluctuations, facial tumors, and amputations.” “People like Seren are sharing their experiences of how they coped, and this will do so…