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could this mean new life

6-12Months

Regina R. on June 4, 2015

I was Diagnosed with:

uterine cancer

Employment Status:

looking for work

Gender/Age:

Female/50

Type and Description of Treatments:

radiaiton and chemo, spiritual and eating healthier

How do you feel today?

hopeful

Since the diagnosis, what has changed in your life?

realizing I will die someday, I have blessings and this could mean the chance to start a whole new life one I am NED(No evidence of disease).

What is going well for you right now?

housing, support, health

What is not going well for you right now?

want my own place, need full time employment that is meaningful

What has been the most challenging thing about having cancer?

hair, confidence, schedule

When difficulties overwhelm you, where do you go for support?

friends, AA, nurse

How have your long-term goals or life goals changed since diagnosis?

meaningful work, not my plans or timetable, who my real friends are, caring about family

What is your work arrangement right now? What are your hours?

looking for work

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