Part I – Anticipatory Grief: Experiencing grief before the loss has happened
Anticipatory grief is the emotional experience when there is an impending loss that will occur. Often, people associate loss and grief with death, this is just one area in which grief and loss can occur. Anticipatory grief is often a slower grieving process marked by intermittent, small or large losses. In the world of cancer, […]
Embracing Life’s Balancing Act
Do you want to feel empowered and confident in preserving your independence and lowering your risk for injury? Falling is a common issue for adults over 60 and those with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), however, research shows there are effective strategies we can put in place to reduce our chance of falling, and of injury […]
Cervical Chat: Redefining Resilience and Empowering Survivors Facing Recurrence
When cervical cancer returns, it can bring up a lot of emotions and feelings. Cervical cancer survivors Aisha McClellan (@sharecancersupport) and Linda Ryan (@lrsmiles) discuss the challenges and experiences of facing recurrence. Discover valuable insights and resources to empower you in your journey, and learn strategies to maintain your sense of hope and well-being along […]
Tips for Managing Chemobrain
Chemobrain, or mental fogginess, is experienced by many patients during and after cancer treatment. But what are some strategies that help? In this webinar, Dennis Lin, OTD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist at City of Hope National Medical Center, will provide tips on how you can manage chemobrain and support better engagement in your daily life. Key […]
Understanding and Managing Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)
Certain chemotherapy drugs can cause chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), which is one of the most common side effects of treatment. Chemotherapy treatments cause peripheral neuropathy by damaging the nerves in the fingers, hands, arms, legs, and feet. This can lead to symptoms including pain, numbness, tingling, and difficulty with mobility, which can greatly impact one’s […]
Cervical Chat: Embracing Your Beauty Amidst Cancer
Cancer and treatment can change your relationship with your body. Others may also have preconceptions of what cancer “looks like,” which brings added challenges. Aisha McClellan (@sharecancersupport) and Sarah Waters (@sarahwaters44) discuss body image and cancer, ways to make yourself feel better in your skin post-diagnosis, and dealing with how others may perceive you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9-BOl5L6GU
Ask the Expert: How to Cope with the Psychosocial Impact of Cervical Cancer
A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring up a lot of emotions, thoughts, and fears. That’s completely normal. But how can you cope? Whether you’re experiencing scanxiety, fear of recurrence, grief, relationship changes, or other common issues individuals with cancer face, specific strategies can help. Get tips and tools from Cassie Spector, LMSW, an Oncology Social […]
In a Nutshell: HPV and Cervical Cancer
Are you confused about HPV? In this brief conversation with Dr. Cornelia Liu Trimble, Director of the Center for Cervical Dysplasia at Johns Hopkins, we’ll cover the basics of what it is, the relationship between HPV and cervical cancer, and how to protect yourself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uttf0FBUrxI
Ask the Expert: Brachytherapy and Cervical Cancer
Brachytherapy (also known as internal radiation therapy) is a treatment for cervical cancer. Whether you have questions about what brachytherapy is, how it is used for cervical cancer, what to expect during the treatment, potential side effects (short and long-term), and more, this program is for you! Join us on Instagram Live and get answers […]
