11-8-2009 Pam is cleared for the new chemo treatment Doxil. Doxil is classified as an antitumor antibiotic and is developed to act during multiple phases of the cell cycle (when the cells are dividing) and is considered cell-cycle specific. Chemotherpy is most effective at killing cells that are rapidly dividing but chemotherapy does not know the difference between the good cells and the cancerous cells. The normal cells will grow back and be healthy, but side effects occur and need to be considered. Doxil can cause numerous side effects and is formulated to treat ovarian cancer, breast cancer and other solid tumors. This information about Doxil was obtained from http://www.chemocare.com, a site presented by Scott Hamilton.
Pam's treatment plan calls for chemo every three weeks, beginning on November 13th.

Aside from the stress of undergoing the muga scan of the heart and waiting for days for the results, Pam found time to sing in two performances of the Treasure Coast Community Singers, one of her favorite groups, in addition to the regular church choir activities. She showed her determination to do what she loves despite the latest report on the cancer. What an inspiration she is!

God bless all of you for your continuous support and prayers.