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ms liberty

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8. I was in several trials at Duke when I had breast cancer. This was in the mid 90's.

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Wed Jan 14, 2026, 09:16 PM

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There was one about weight gain during chemo. I was in one about PET scans effectiveness in determining the spread of cancer. I was in one about spinal blocks for mid/upper chest surgeries. It was important to me to participate, and now the last two are used routinely.

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What does it mean to be in a cancer clinical trial? [View all] erronis Wednesday OP

Great thing you've done. Vibes to you. applegrove Wednesday #1

Thanks, applegrove. I actually worked at the NIH years ago erronis Wednesday #4

So you are addicted to saving lives. Good on you. applegrove Wednesday #5

My Way Better Half's Pancreatic Cancer IA8IT Wednesday #2

That is such a tough disease. Big hugs to you! erronis Wednesday #3

Good for you. Think of how many people your significant applegrove Wednesday #6

My condolences. What a rough road you both traveled. question everything Wednesday #7

I was in several trials at Duke when I had breast cancer. This was in the mid 90's. ms liberty Wednesday #8

Good for you - and that's good for everyone! erronis Thursday #10

What I learned ... cliffside Wednesday #9

That was an incredibly long and I'm sure hard treatment. And, I agree about the Hope Lodges. erronis Thursday #11