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The Wilds of Cancer is, at its heart, a love story of how Rick and his wife, Mary, move as a couple through a major health crisis after he is diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. It presents an honest, human look at living through diagnosis, treatment, and side effects. In engaging true stories, Rick shares their fears and successes, their vulnerable moments and joyful breakthroughs on a life-affirming journey. He also describes their holistic approach to dealing with cancer, which combines rigorous research with changes in diet, attitude, rest, exercise, and time in nature. This book's thoughtful, hopeful perspective doesn't sugarcoat the experience. Instead, it offers-from a patient's perspective-strength and clarity when everything feels uncertain. This book speaks directly to patients, spouses, and anyone on a journey into the wilds of cancer.

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As a physician, I wish I could prescribe this book. Rick Lamplugh's journey through his treatment of prostate cancer is a masterclass in patient empowerment. With raw honesty, he shares his fears and successes, creating a holistic map for healing that beautifully integrates rigorous research, profound lifestyle changes, and the restorative power of nature. The Wilds of Cancer is a must-read for patients seeking not just to survive, but to thrive. Keith R. Holden, M.D., Publisher of Prostate Cancer Secrets With the observational skills of a wilderness guide, Rick Lamplugh navigates the profound questions and hard realities of his cancer diagnosis, inviting readers into his most vulnerable moments and ecstatic breakthroughs, all within a compelling framework of helpful information and the powerful blessings of companionship. Caroline Kraus, Author of Borderlines: A Memoir, Writer and Director of the documentary Moments of Truth As both a Urologist and fellow patient, I saw myself in these pages. The tough choices, the fear, the unknown. This book captures one man's journey with honesty and grace. It shows how walking in nature can help us breathe, quiet the noise, and bring clarity to hard decisions. And how loved ones can offer strength and hope at the most difficult crossroads. Thomas Green M.D., Publisher of Urologist with Prostate Cancer This is a deeply human love story of how, together, Rick and Mary navigate the twists and turns of Rick's prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment-their curiosity, agility and openness to adapt resonate with my own caregiving approach. I discovered a soulful and humble flow of life woven within these pages, beautifully in sync with these nature lovers. Victoria Chin, MBA. Founder of Carer Mentor: Empathy and Inspiration The Wilds of Cancer is just what the doctor ordered! Rick Lamplugh provides the reader with a unique view of cancer from the time of diagnosis through treatment-all from the perspective of the patient. Kendall Child, Nurse Practitioner

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Rick's books combine engaging and true storytelling with accurate science. His last book, The Wilds of Aging: A Journey of Heart and Mind, takes you on an illuminating journey into a passage we all will face if we're lucky. The book won the National Indie Excellence Award and was a finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards. It is a prequel to his previous two books.Deep into Yellowstone: A Year's Immersion in Grandeur & Controversy is a sequel to his first book. Rick digs into controversies threatening Yellowstone, while inspiring readers to protect our nation's first national park. It won a Gold Medal in the Independent Publisher Book Awards. It was a finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards and in the National Indie Excellence Awards.His first Yellowstone book, In the Temple of Wolves: A Winter's Immersion in Wild Yellowstone, is a literary blend of facts and feelings that celebrates nature's stark beauty and the importance of wolves, while revealing Rick's inner battles with his own human nature. The book was a Montaigne Medal Finalist and won 2nd place in the Readers Views Literary Awards.

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