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), […]
Report Back from SGO 2023: What’s New in Cervical Cancer?
Curious about what’s new in cervical cancer research? Join Dr. Evelyn Cantillo, gynecologic oncologist at Weill Cornell Medicine, as she shares the latest updates from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) 2023 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Cantillo will also highlight what the research presented at the conference means for you and answer your […]
When Cancer Changes our Relationship with Our Children
When a parent has cancer the whole family experiences the trauma of the diagnosis and it can have untold affects on our children and our relationships with our children. Join us and our guest speaker Haley Pollack, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Bright Spot Network, to learn some ways to remain connected to your children […]
Family Ties: Knowing Your Connection to Cancer (with MSK)
On April 20, join Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and SHARE Cancer Support for a talk about family health history. At this talk, you will: Key Takeaways from Webinar Viewers: Learn what your family’s health history can tell you about your risk for cancer. Find out how to get genetic testing. Get helpful tips […]
Cervical Chat: Early Detection and Prevention
Join the conversation with Aisha McClellan (@sharecancersupport) and Diane Crawford (@thecrawfordcrew) as they chat about cervical cancer early detection and prevention, HPV, and more. This program will be held on Instagram Live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQcdGa0K_iM
Blood Clots and Cancer: What You Need to Know
Did you know 1 in 5 blood clots are related to cancer and its treatment? Treatments involving hospitalization, surgery, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy can increase your blood clot risk. In collaboration with the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), this program aims to inform all cancer patients about the risk of blood clots. The speaker, Jeffrey […]
Part 2: When Cancer Treatment Causes Menopause – The Emotional Impact
Cancer treatment changes the relationship a survivor has with their body. In the second of this two-part series, we will discuss the emotional impact of menopause that is caused by cancer treatment. Shifts in hormones, surgical scars, changes in sensitivity, discomfort or pain can be overwhelming and emotional to experience. Feelings of loss, disconnect, anger, […]
Develop Nutritious and Colorful Eating Habits During and After Breast Cancer Treatment
Healthy eating habits are essential both during and after cancer treatment. Join Dr. Mercedes and Chef Phil from Five Loaves and Two Fish Healthy Teaching Kitchen as they lead us in a guided cooking demo highlighting the benefits of preparing and eating a colorful and nutritious meal. They will focus on what foods to choose from at […]
What Black Women Need to Know About Cervical Cancer
Did you know that cervical cancer disproportionately affects Black women? Please join Dr. Gizelka David-West, a gynecologic oncologist at Northwell Health, to learn more about the causes, symptoms, screening, and prevention of the disease. Dr. David-West will also discuss the factors that contribute to the cervical cancer disparities among Black women and what can be […]