The Cost of Cancer: Financial Burdens of Treatment
Financial stress, also called financial toxicity, is a devastating but increasingly common side effect of cancer care that impacts individuals living with cancer and those coping with the long-term treatment effects. But what are some ways to deal with the financial toll? Join Dr. Bridgette Thom, from Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Department of Nursing, as she […]
Cervical Chat: The Importance of Self-Advocacy
Self-advocacy is an important part of taking charge of your care during a cervical cancer diagnosis, treatment, and beyond. Join the conversation with Aisha McClellan (@sharecancersupport) and TrevisMichelle (@TrevisMichelle) as they share their experiences with cervical cancer and how to advocate for yourself while navigating cancer. This program will be held on Instagram Live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0YC430Rciw
Impact of Post-Diagnosis Weight Change
The relationship between obesity and breast cancer is a complex one. There seem to be only a few studies investigating the relationship between weight change after diagnosis and survival outcomes in breast cancer patients. There was even a session on this topic at last year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS). Many patients in the […]
Movement and Healing: Learn and Experience the Benefits of Movement During GYN Cancer Treatment and Beyond
Studies have shown that exercise may help reduce the risk of recurrence in cancer patients. It can also help improve mood and sleep, reduce anxiety, boost energy, and so much more. Join Dr. Shannon Armbruster, gynecologic oncologist at Virginia Tech’s Carilion Clinic, as she talks about these benefits, exercise guidelines for cancer survivors, her research, […]
Your Pap Smear Was Abnormal: Now What?
Routine Pap smears (also known as Pap tests) are an important part of protecting your health because they can help prevent cervical cancer or find it early. But learning your results are abnormal can cause some anxiety, and you may find yourself wondering what comes next. Join Dr. Sarah Feldman, a gynecologic oncologist at Brigham […]
How Vaginal Estrogen Therapy Can Reduce Risk of UTIs
Many in the breast cancer community are now in menopause due to chemotherapy or surgically induced. The side effects can deeply affect our sex life and cause our bodies to have far less interest in sexual activities of any kind. Our guest speaker Dr. Rachel S. Rubin, is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. […]
Nutrition During & After Cancer Treatment: Fighting Cancer with your Fork
Join Savor Health’s Oncology Dietitian, Chelsey Schneider, as she discusses the importance of nutrition during the continuum of cancer: before, during and after treatment. Chelsey will also share the current evidence-based survivorship guidelines with tips on implementing them in your everyday life. Learn more about our partnership with Savor Health and their virtual Dietitian-on-demand Ina® […]
Cervical Chat: Sex and Intimacy
Join the conversation with Aisha McClellan (@sharecancersupport) and Dr. Kristin Rojas (@kristinrojasmd/@music_sexaftercancer) as they chat about sexual health after cancer and tips and tools that can help. This program will be held on Instagram Live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuULQ-faRO4
Managing the Cause and Effects of Lymphedema
Lymphedema caused by cancer treatment may not occur until months or years after treatment. It is most commonly associated with breast cancer patients who have had radiation treatments. It occurs when the lymph vessels are not able to adequately drain lymph fluid, usually from an arm or leg. Dr. Mei R. Fu (PhD, RN, FAAN), […]
