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That’s my son Ian with me and my amazing mother. When my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and given three months to live, I was devastated. But I did what I always do when life gets tough. I focus on the problem. 

I read every clinical study I could get my hands on, studied treatment protocols along with DNA mutations and even asked her doctor to teach me how to read a PET scan. (He did, and I could actually understand what I was seeing.) 

That knowledge didn’t take away the fear, but it gave me a sense of control and helped me ask better questions, push for better care and support her in a real way.

So if you, or someone you love, gets hit with a scary diagnosis, know this: You don’t have to rely only on Google or five rushed minutes in a doctor’s office. Today, you’ve got AI.

🤖 ChatGPT is your assistant

ChatGPT can be your shortcut to real understanding. Start your prompt with, “Act like a medical researcher” or “Explain this like I’m new to this topic.” 

Then paste in anything you’re trying to decode, i.e., your diagnosis, lab results, side effects, medication complications, a medical article or schedules for the best time to take pills. 

Ask it to summarize, translate complex language or compare treatment options. You’ll get clear, human-sounding explanations without having to wade through endless jargon.

Try asking:

• “What’s a simple explanation of [your diagnosis]?”
• “What are common side effects of [X] treatment?”
• “Which hospitals are best for treating [condition]?”
• “Summarize recent research about [disease].”
• “Are there any new clinical trials for [condition]?”

⚠️ But be smart 

Always verify what you find. Ask ChatGPT for sources. Cross-check with trusted sites like Mayo Clinic or NIH and talk to your doctor before making any decisions. 

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