On The Far Side of The Curve: A Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor's Journey

On the Far Side of the Curve: A Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor’s Journey is cancer survivor Wayne Cooke’s dramatic and comprehensive book about overcoming the odds—making it to the far side of the survival curve—moving on with his life, and his easy-to-follow lessons for coping…and surviving. Following a Stage IV colon cancer diagnosis, the author underwent three major surgeries and more than seventy cycles of chemo and infusional therapy. Six years later, he is sharing the lessons, coping techniques, wisdom, humor, and enthusiasm that supported him throughout his lengthy treatment. Whether one is diagnosed with colon cancer or another type of cancer, patients, caregivers, family, and friends will benefit from the lessons described in this book. From the vital role played by caregivers to keeping the faith, from remaining positive to planning for the future, this deeply personal book brings readers into the life and the hopes of a man who continues in his valiant fight against cancer.