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Tommy

Tommy

Myeloma Survivor

My name is Tommy Cummings, and I have been a survivor for 18 years now with multiple myeloma and thank God and LLS for the help they do for all of us who rely on them for help in battling this disease.

4 IMPORTANT SELF-CARE TIPS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS THAT ARE OFTEN OVERLOOKED

By
LLS Staff
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Most of us have so many things on our to-do list that we often neglect our own personal needs. Self-care is necessary for everyone, but this is especially true for those affected by a life-altering disease like cancer. Whether you’re a patient or caregiver, self-care is essential to find some relief from what can feel like an all-encompassing disease.

Sharon

Sharon

Myeloma Survivor

Sharon Clark was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2015 after experiencing unusual symptoms like aches and fatigue. Her treatment has included multiple courses of oral anti-cancer medication, countless injections, infusions and hospitalizations, a stem cell transplant and two spinal surgeries to repair cracked bones caused by the myeloma. She continues to be treated with an LLS-suppo

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