Ask the Expert: Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
What do you want to know about ovarian cancer recurrence? Bring your questions about treatment options, the latest research, clinical trials, and more. Dr. Roisin O’Cearbhaill, Research Director of Gynecologic Medical Oncology Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), will provide answers and clarity about managing recurrent disease. This is SHARE’s ninth annual Joan […]
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 […]
Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Relationships: A Cornerstone to Wellbeing
People who have healthy relationships are more likely to feel happier and more satisfied with their lives. Healthy relationships can increase your sense of worth and belonging which ultimately improves your total well-being. Cancer also impacts the people we care about and the relationships that mean a great deal to us. Join us on Wednesday, […]
Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Working with the Darker Feelings of Cancer Survivorship
Feeling sad and building strategies for worry are common and often talked about emotional responses to cancer survivorship. Yet many survivors sit quietly with the unsettled heaviness of resentment, regret, bitterness, or anger. Because these feelings deserve our attention and a safe space to process as well, Let’s Talk About It. Join us as we […]
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, […]
Let’s Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer – Toxic Positivity
We all have loved ones who show up with an abundance of positivity. But these interactions can be hurtful when this brand of support feels dismissive. A diagnosis of ovarian cancer brings up complicated emotions and you have the right to experience the full spectrum of feelings. How do you honor your honest experience in […]
In a Nutshell: CA-125 and Ovarian Cancer
When it comes to CA-125 and ovarian cancer, there is often a lot of confusion. In this brief conversation with Dr. Richard Penson, Clinical Director of Medical Gynecologic Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital, we’ll discuss the CA-125 blood test and how it’s used for ovarian cancer to give you a better understanding of the basics. […]
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. […]