Micki

Yes I do. I found out that my chemo treatments, (A-C-T) 16 in all cost $100,000 each totaling $1,200,000 plus office visits, lunesta shots, etc.. WOW, $100,000 each visit to chemo treatment room. I understand that the Dr's and scientists in the labs making progress on the cure need our praise; but, I do not believe for one minute that the pharmaceuticals can not reduce the price of these drugs. It's a cash cow for them. They exploit people who have their backs against the wall. Pay the chemo prices or die. I know studies/labs take money given daily to their studies from grants and philanthropists. And, where is all this money going from all the cancer walks, pink ribbon movements, etc. going? Anybody ever asked ? I would like to get involved, but at the top down. This will require a lot of people asking the right people the right questions. Diplomacy and tact and some political savvy will be required here. Now that I'm feeling better, I'm ready to dig in and get my questions answered.

Hi Micki ... very glad to meet you here on WhatNext.

Hello,
I am an oncology/end of life nurse that specializes in gyne cancers. Welcome to the "What Next" family. If you should have any questions or concerns that you feel I might be able to help you with, please do not hesitate to ask. There are many excellent people here always willing to help in any way with the latest information or experiences to share. You are among friends….there are no strangers here. I hope you find all the information and support you seek, Carm RN.

Thanks Micki. I appreciate the resources for help. I also appreciate your positive spin. I guess I'm in for some long term "me time". I hope you're doing well.

Hello and welcome, we are glad you found us. Your experience as a survivor is valuable to those who are just starting, you can answer their questions since you have been there already. Please feel free to join in the conversations. Here is a link to our cancer dx page for your type of cancer. Take a look at it to get you started on some information. You will notice at the bottom of that page 4 of our active users who have had that journey already, you may wish to contact them for their experience and wisdom. Also, I encourage you to go to the questions page now by clicking on the questions tab at the top of the page and post what is the most pressing issue you have right now. This will introduce you to the community and get you started on the help you need right now.

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There are also subtypes listed on this page to narrow down the type of cancer to match your dx.

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3x survivor
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Hi Micki. Welcome to What Next. There are lots of great people here. If you have any questions, please use the question tab near the top of the page. That way the entire network will have access & you'll get a quicker response. I'm glad you found us but sorry for the circumstances that led you here. All the best!

Welcome to the WhatNext family! The WhatNext family is made up of people like you who are looking for help or looking to help others. To help you along your journey the WhatNext family has put together a Beginner's Guide to Cancer that I highly recommend you check-out here: http://bit.ly/10BQKCi. Also, please do not hesitate to reach out to others or ask for help.

Wishing you the best.

David
Founder, WhatNexter