Thrive

Rogel Cancer Center’s magazine for patients, survivors, caregivers and anyone whose life has been affected by cancer.

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THRIVE features articles and interviews about cancer treatment options, support services and the latest research, along with stories from patients and survivors. Thrive provides practical information, expert insights and personal perspectives to help readers feel informed, supported and connected throughout the cancer journey.

THRIVE is published twice a year as a print magazine for Rogel Cancer Center Patients and Families.

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Thrive

Pathway to Peace

Rogel Cancer Center support services offers a finger labyrinth—a small version of a walking labyrinth designed to be traced with your finger–can calm the nervous system and bring your mind to the present moment.
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Thrive

Understanding Your Pathology Report

Get advice for what to do – and what not to do – when preparing for a surgery or biopsy, and when pathology results land in your patient portal.
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Thrive

No One is You and That is Your Power

After a low-grade glioma diagnosis and surgery at 35, Claire Sloma reflects on community, letting go of control and redefining success in life and work.

Thrive News & Stories in HealthLab

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Health Lab

U-M alumni return from Central Asia to seek treatment for their child at Mott

After a leukemia diagnosis overseas, a young girl returned to Michigan for expert pediatric cancer care at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.
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Health Lab

When genetic testing can help the whole family

Genetic testing for hereditary conditions such as breast cancer can have implications for the whole family. Learn how genetic testing helped Cathleen Argyle and her family to uncover a rare mutation and how the Rogel Cancer Center provided advice and guidance throughout the process.
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Health Lab

7 things to know about ‘chemo brain’

Many who have undergone treatment for chemotherapy report they can’t think as clearly as they used to. Experts break down the phenomenon often known as “chemo brain.” 
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Health Lab

A Trusting Relationship with Her Provider – and Zumba – Help One Woman Get Past Metastatic Colon Cancer

From early stage colon cancer to advanced metastatic disease, Jennifer Watson’s cancer journey illustrates the importance of advocating for your health and partnering with a care team you trust.