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When A Child Has A Terminal Illness

Reflections on a short, full life, part one

Each month Kathleen Clohessy, R.N., offers a new perspective on living with a terminal illness. Kathleen comes to SevenPonds with 25 years experience as a registered nurse caring for families and children facing life-threatening illness. She began her career in the … Continue reading

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In the Age of the Internet, More Celebrities Are Living Out Illnesses In Secret

What the deaths of David Bowie, Alan Rickman and Jackie Collins teach us about modern celebrity

In 2016, it’s hard to imagine anyone keeping a secret for long, let alone a big one like a cancer diagnosis. Nearly everyone is on social media, posting about everything from a job they just snagged to trivial details about … Continue reading

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The Death of David Bowie Reflected Through “Lazarus”

The legendary singer left us with one last parting gift

With a new album released less than a week ago on his 69th birthday, few expected David Bowie to leave us so suddenly. From the outside, Bowie seemed as vivacious and artistic as always. But unbeknownst to many of his … Continue reading

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Grieving the Loss of Health

Grappling with the complex emotions associated with terminal illness

Each month Kathleen Clohessy, R.N., offers a new perspective on living with a terminal illness. Kathleen comes to SevenPonds with 25 years experience as a registered nurse caring for families and children facing life-threatening illness. She began her career in the … Continue reading

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A New Screening Test For Ovarian Cancer

A new British study, though not yet conclusive, provides a glimmer of hope

Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women. Jessica Tandy, Coretta Scott King, Dinah Shore and Gilda Radner were just a few of the prominent public figures whose lives were tragically cut short by the disease. SevenPonds features Monday … Continue reading

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What Does It Mean to Be Terminally Ill?

A new perspective on terminal illness

Each month Kathleen Clohessy offers a new perspective on living with a terminal illness. With 25 years experience caring for families and children facing life-threatening illness, she uses her extensive personal knowledge and expertise to enlighten our readers regarding the challenges … Continue reading

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