With a newly implemented outpatient palliative care program in my current oncology practice, patients are often hesitant to see me due to fear, misconceptions, and stigma. One of the most common comments I receive from families is “my loved one isn’t ready for palliative care, they are not dying.”
MaryAnn Sorge was 59-years-old when she had her first encounter with cancer. Since then, the 74-year-old has conquered cancer three times with the care and support of New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) by her side.
The Mediterranean dietary eating pattern centers around whole plant-based foods and emphasizes other important aspects of a healthy lifestyle including, being social, acting mindfully and engaging in physical activity.