Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Beating Brain Fog)
Cancer survivors often use the term “brain fog” to describe the heavy and cumbersome feeling of lacking mental clarity. Chemobrain can be a side effect of chemotherapy, resulting in difficulty remembering details, multi-tasking, or staying focused through longer tasks. In addition to the impact of cancer treatments, the diagnosis of cancer itself can be stressful, […]
Report Back from SGO: What’s New in Cervical Cancer?
Join us for a comprehensive update from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Claire Hoppenot, a gynecologic oncologist at Baylor College of Medicine, will break down the research presented at the conference, discuss new developments, and address your questions. Key Takeaways: Our standard of care for sentinel lymph nodes […]
Out, Proud & Proactive: Gynecologic Cancer Risks, Screening & Self-Advocacy
LGBTQIA+ individuals often face unique barriers in accessing gynecologic care, which can impact cancer risk, screening rates, and overall health outcomes. This presentation will explore the risks of gynecologic cancers in the LGBTQIA+ community, recommended screening guidelines, and how to navigate healthcare settings with confidence. Join Al Asante, PA-C, MBA, Associate Director of Advanced Practice […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Party of One: When You Are the Primary Caregiver for You)
Not all cancer survivors have an extensive or consistently available network for support. Getting to and from medical appointments, processing difficult information, making treatment decisions, or finding your way through dark emotional moments is hard; doing all of this on your own is even more challenging. While certain situations like a move or a significant […]
Nutrition Strategies for Managing Comorbidities: Empowering Cancer Patients
Join Registered Dietitian Michele DiCristofaro from our partner Unite for HER for an insightful session as we explore the critical connection between nutrition, lifestyle changes, and managing comorbidities throughout the cancer journey. This program will cover: The significance of nutrition in managing common comorbidities, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Practical lifestyle changes are […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Calm Body, Calm Mind – Using Your Body to Manage Stress)
Stress manifests in our thinking, emotions, and bodies. Recognizing those signs and building skills to address stress takes attention and effort. Cultivating skills to use your body as a tool to help you find calm and regain a sense of control can help you navigate moments of heightened anxiety. Join us to learn strategies for […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Dueling Identities – When the Patient is also the Caregiver)
Navigating a cancer diagnosis is not easy. Caregiving can also be a demanding and emotionally exhausting role. When a patient is also a caregiver, the grief, strain on time and resources, mental and emotional load, and isolation can be overwhelming. Where do you find moments of respite, what perspective shifts help you regain your footing, […]
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 […]
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 […]