Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Navigating Relationship Changes After Cancer)
Many cancer survivors notice changes in their relationships with close friends and family after their diagnosis. Finding the words to articulate how you feel in a way that others can understand is complex. In fact, feeling completely understood by those who have not had a cancer diagnosis may not be realistic. Redefining the relationships that […]
Healing Through Movement: The Power of Yoga for Breast Cancer Survivors
Listen to two-time breast cancer survivor Dawn Freeman in a special pre-recorded conversation exploring the healing potential of yoga for those affected by breast cancer. Dawn is trained in yoga, Reiki, and Mindful Self-Compassion meditation, and integrates Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) and principles from A Course in Miracles into her practice. These tools help reduce […]
Food for the Soul: Nourishing Our Culture with Healthy Alternatives
Many foods in the Black community are rooted in tradition, creativity, and resilience, evolving from classic soul food to plant-based innovations. However, cancer treatments and surgeries can alter taste buds, appetite, and overall nutritional needs. Join Mercedes Harris, PharmD, MPH, RPh, for a guided cooking demonstration, where she’ll transform some traditional food favorites into healthier, […]
Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Reclaiming Body Confidence and Connection After Cancer)
The way you feel about your body after cancer is often complex and deeply personal. Changes in appearance, sensation, or function can shift how you see yourself and influence your body image. When those feelings lean negative, they can lead to insecurity, lower self-esteem, and even social or intimacy-related anxiety that sometimes makes it harder […]
Mouth Matters: Oral Health Before, During & After Cancer Treatment
Join us on for an important conversation about protecting your oral health throughout the cancer journey. Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH, founder of Side Effect Support LLC, will share expert insights on managing oral side effects during and after treatment, as well as proactive steps to protect long-term dental health. Inspired by her mother’s painful experience with […]
Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Tapping into Resilience)
Resilience is our ability to adapt and cope in meaningful, healthy ways during times of adversity. It’s not about being unshakable; it’s about how we respond to what shakes us. Resilience is made up of traits that help us move through hardship, and while some may feel innate, most can be nurtured and strengthened over […]
Managing Lingering Side Effects After Breast Cancer: What’s Normal & When to Get Help
Join us for an insightful and supportive conversation with Emily Beard, RN, OCN, CBCN, an experienced oncology nurse, patient navigator, and subject matter expert in breast cancer survivorship and quality care. As the Program Coordinator for Northside Hospital’s Breast and Gynecologic Oncology services, Emily brings a deep knowledge and a compassionate approach to guiding patients […]
What’s New in Early-Stage Breast Cancer: Highlights from ASCO 2025
Curious about the latest advances in early-stage breast cancer research and treatment? Join us for a special program featuring Dr. Evelyn Taiwo, a breast medical oncologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and an associate professor of clinical medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Taiwo will share key takeaways from the 2025 American Society of Clinical […]
Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Surviving the Emotional Weight of ‘What Comes Next)
Living with uncertainty is one of the most challenging parts of a cancer diagnosis. Whether it’s waiting for scan results, managing intrusive thoughts, or coping with fears of recurrence or progression, these feelings can be overwhelming and isolating. While it may not be realistic to make the fear disappear entirely, there are ways to manage […]