Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (The Unspoken Emotions of Cancer Survivorship)
Sadness and worry are often discussed as common emotional responses to cancer survivorship, but what about the quieter, heavier feelings—resentment, regret, bitterness, or anger? These “darker feelings” are just as valid and normal, yet they often go unspoken and unprocessed. Join us for an open and compassionate conversation about these less-discussed emotions. Together, we’ll create […]
SABCS Highlight Part II: Latest Ways to Think about Low-Risk DCIS
Join us for a discussion on the evolving understanding of Low-Risk DCIS and how these new insights can shape your care and decision-making. Our speakers will discuss the patient feedback from the COMET Study and its impact on others navigating similar choices. Plus, learn why donating biopsy tissue is vital for advancing discoveries that benefit […]
Language Access: Understanding Your Rights
Getting a cancer diagnosis can be scary, especially if you don’t speak the same language as your healthcare team. But everyone deserves good care, and there are resources to help you understand your options in any language. Join us for a special talk about patient rights, language access, and how to speak up to make […]
SABCS Highlight: COMET Study Results on Monitoring Low-Risk DCIS
Join us as Dr. Shelley Hwang (Principal Investigator) and Deborah Collyar (Patient Advocate) discuss the initial results from the low-risk DCIS study called Comparing an Operation to Monitoring, with or without Endocrine Therapy (COMET), which was presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium in December 2024. Key Takeaways: At two years, women with low-risk […]
Cannabis for Chronic Pain Management
Pain is a common challenge for many cancer patients, particularly those experiencing severe joint or nerve pain from medications aimed at reducing recurrence or managing ongoing treatment. Join us for an insightful session with Kevin Boehnke, PhD, an Assistant Professor from the University of Michigan’s Chronic Pain & Fatigue Research Center who is also a […]
Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Navigating PTSD in Cancer Survivorship)
For many breast cancer survivors, the journey doesn’t end with treatment—emotional and mental challenges can linger long after a diagnosis. Experiencing intense feelings like “scanxiety” before follow-up appointments or unexpectedly reliving emotions triggered by a cancer storyline on TV are common, but they may also be signs of PTSD. These distressing moments can feel overwhelming, […]
Unveiling the New Me: Reintroduction After Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a life-altering journey that impacts not only the body but also reshapes the identity of those who experience it. Our guest speaker, Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, will guide survivors through the empowering process of safely exploring the physical, emotional, and psychological changes they have undergone. In her talk, Dr. […]
Let’s Talk About It: Breast Cancer (Self-Compassion: The Gift you Give Yourself)
The most impactful messages during your cancer survivorship are often the ones you tell yourself. But being patient with our worry, managing the expectations we set for ourselves and tolerating the discomfort of our sadness is hard work. Join us as we discuss the power of self-compassion and ways you can cultivate a more gentle […]
The Latest Treatments for Uterine Cancer and What’s in the Pipeline
Uterine cancer molecular categories now drive many treatment options. Join Dr. Gottfried Konecny, gynecologic medical oncologist and professor at UCLA Health, as he explains new treatments that span across molecular categories, with a particular emphasis on the No Specific Mutational Profile (NSMP). Of the four molecular categories for uterine cancer, over 50% of endometrial cancers […]