It took us a while until we reached the “right” doctor. We met several doctors until we found the one that best fitted Israel. The first doctor we met, was knowledgeable and had a good reputation. Before meeting him I was already digging the internet for solutions. At the time, there were several drugs in…
Many people would rather not tell that they or their loved ones got sick with cancer. Out of shame maybe, don’t want others to feel pity for them, don’t look for mercy, are in denial—plenty of reasons. I can fully understand and respect the will of each person (just please don’t double-check this with my…
Remember your English lessons at school? Remember your parents told you to make an effort as it’simportant to know English? They were right. I’ve always told to my kids they should be good at English as it enables them to communicate withpeople everywhere (almost…), to travel easily, and to work freely. But the importance of…
Once the cancer was diagnosed, I started to look for every piece of information that is related to hisspecific kind of cancer. It took a while for all genetic tests of the tumor to come back, but we were informed quite fast that he was dealing with a mutation in the EGFR gene—epidermal growth factor…
Once Israel got the initial diagnosis, we were referred to a special unit at Sheba hospital, near Tel Aviv, for a fast diagnosis and treatment of cancer. We went there, worried, wondering what will happen next. Surprise, we were accepted quite quickly, and received explanation from a very nice doctor about the checks Israel will…
This blog is targeted at the people who take care of their beloved ones. The ones who get the lousy news that their spouse, kid, parent, or close friend has cancer. I remember how it started with Israel, my husband. An irritating cough that would not stop for about two months. I am not sure…
