IT STARTS HERE - A Looking Glass for Surviving the Cancer Experience

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CONTACT:
Elizabeth Ann Resciniti
It Starts Here
(336) 854-3076
e-mail: itstartshere@itstartshere.org
http://www.itstartshere.org

IT STARTS HERE -- A Looking Glass for Surviving the Cancer Experience.

Greensboro, NC -- August 1, 2000 -- Whats in a name? The web site name, It Starts Here" signals personal responsibility. This motto, printed on the bottom of a mirror in her home, reflects Ms. Rescinitis life and the spirit that drives her to reach out to help others. Ms. Resciniti says, My goal is to share reflections of myself and what I learn in hopes of making this journey a little easier for the next cancer patient."

While other cancer web sites primarily maintain medical information, Ms. Rescinitis unique approach is to share her personal experiences in the way only a cancer patient can. The web site contains several personally written essays about her cancer experiences. These essays cover a variety of topics that include nutrition decisions, research and treatment options, overcoming fears and pains, faith, managing side effects, an extensive resource guide and even some casual conversations with cancer. Other informative and insightful essays are also posted and there are new essays in progress all the time.

Another unique feature of this web site is its electronic support focus. Being able to share feelings and emotions helps everyone to cope with cancer," states Ms. Resciniti. While working through the many consequences of cancer, a person may not be able, or want, to go to a support group." Simply by clicking on the E-mail icon, readers can remain in their own comfortable environment and still get the support they need.

It Starts Here is a compassionate cancer resource communicated through the interactive medium of the Internet. Written openly and honestly to help cancer patients, their family and friends, the site and Ms. Rescinitis goal is to enlighten and encourage, inspire and motivate.

Cancer has no boundaries and therefore neither should there be boundaries to our help for each other. For additional information or brochures on It Starts Here, visit the web site at www.itstartshere.org or call (336) 854-3076.

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