Bad luck? Perhaps

As we sent one rehab patient to hospice recently, I read this article from the BBC with much chagrin.

Could our patient Mr. Z really have just had bad luck? Could that mutation have been stopped before it metastasized all over and sent him to rehab?

One commenter said, "Mutations get all the bad press."

Fine time they should!  Lifestyle changes are important, but as the saying goes, sometimes you do everything right, and something goes wrong. I have a litany of relatives who've been burdened with these cancers by fluke, food and lifestyle. Horrible disfigurement and shortened lives make for a story, but try telling that to kids growing up without parents, families suffering from impenetrable sadness and loss.

Knowing we got him on his way, no matter how long our little bit lasted, with a little more dignity, is a very good thing.

Stay tuned...