This Is What Chemo Looks Like
This Is What Chemo Looks Like
When I heard that I needed chemotherapy, my heart dropped. I immediately imagined myself frail and bald, sitting in a hospital chair alone with needles in my arm. But as my attitude surrounding my diagnosis changed, and very quickly I must say, so too did my outlook on my treatment. I took the reins.
When that first chemo appointment came around, it really wasn't as bad as I had thought. I won't pretend that I wasn't nervous, I am human, after all! But take a look - chemo really isn't as scary as one might think. It's all about how you CHOOSE to look at things in life and then, of course, how you handle them.
As breast cancer awareness months comes to a close, I also want to put a reminder out there to everyone, men and women, to stay in touch with your body and take control of your health and future. Just because this month is dedicated to breast cancer doesn't mean that your own healthcare awareness should wane in the other months. Stay on top of your mammograms, self-exams, and any other screenings you may need.
For so many health crises out there, especially breast cancer, early detection is key. Stay informed and be your own health care advocate!
Note: Since making this video, I've posted detailed information on breast self-exams here: http://www.joanlunden.com/category/35-breast-cancer/item/489-how-to-perform-a-self-breast-exam
Joan Lunden truly exemplifies today’s modern working woman. An award-winning journalist, bestselling author, motivational speaker, successful entrepreneur, one of America’s most recognized and trusted television personalities, this mom of seven continues to do it all. As host of Good Morning America for nearly two decades, Lunden brought insight to top issues for millions of Americans each day. The longest running host ever on early morning television, Lunden reported from 26 countries, covered 4 presidents and 5 Olympics and kept Americans up to date on how to care for their homes, their families and themselves.