No Expiration Dates

Cancer: It's a word that was previously whispered but now it's frequently the lead-in to the evening news. There are ribbons walk-a-thons plays and documentaries on the subject. In <i>No Expiration Dates</i> author Leon Weisman presents an inspirational cancer guide with a fresh approach.<p> Based on personal experience Weisman offers a useful combination of practical advice philosophical questions and humorous observations- with a touch of personal memoir. <i>No Expiration Dates</i> presents insights into the many challenges and questions a cancer diagnosis brings for both the patients and their families. Weisman's unique use of literary quotes helps to emphasize the message that a devastating illness is not only survivable but can enlighten previously held perceptions about life.<p>A blueprint for survival <i>No Expiration Dates</i> discusses the surreal nature of hospital stays the fabric of doctor-patient relationships and the world of chemotherapy. This non-medical guide provides an understanding of the coping mechanisms necessary to meet the emotional and social challenges of a cancer diagnosis. This memoir of discovery and hope helps develop positive paths to the goals of life extension and recovery.