Today, people are living longer after a cancer diagnosis. This is good news! Yet patients still need support in terms of their health and well-being. Survivors face many physical, psychological, financial, and spiritual issues after treatment is completed.
The diagnosis of cancer impacts the person with cancer as well as heir loved ones. This workshop highlights some of issues related to caregiving throughout the cancer journey,
Memory loss and mood change are commonly reported side effects of chemotherapy. Direct neurotoxic effects of chemo agents (or the metabolites), and hormonal changes induced by the treatment may all play a role.
There are many challenges that women face when diagnosed with cancer, which are different at various stages of life, and typically involve other family members, friends, children or even older parents. Our workshops help women adapt to and face the challenges associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Our programs in Diet and Nutrition focus on ways to maintain your optimum health, especially during and after chemotherapy treatments. We suggest specific ways that a healthful diet can help to restore cellular nutrients, rebuild and maintain immune systems, and increase energy levels.
A cancer diagnoses almost always causes patients and those closest to them to fell a range of emotions such as denial, fear, anger, loneliness and despair. Living Through Cancer offers guidance, counseling and support to help patients and their family members cope with the emotional upheaval that may occur during this period.
One of the most frequently asked questions for many newly diagnosed cancer patients: "What can I expect to happen to my hair as a result of treatments?" Our workshops help you find out what to expect regarding chemotherapy and hair loss.
The diagnosis of cancer impacts the person with cancer as well as their loved ones. Open communication during this experience can be challenging, yet is crucial to the well-being of all those touched by this diagnosis.
Presented by a clinical health psychologist, this workshop is designed to help men cope and manage stress and anxiety associated with prostate cancer. Trained medical professionals may also participate to discuss treatment options.
The Living Through Cancer Foundation maintains The Randy Brenner Memorial Library in our administrative offices in Wynnewood. The library houses extensive publications of books, medical journals, audio and visual tapes,
Cancer treatments can take their toll on us both emotionally and physically. Chemotherapy and radiation treatments can reduce the moisture in our skin, and make us more sensitive to elements such as sun and wind.
Fear and anger after cancer diagnosis increase stress and raise levels of anxiety and can cause a wide range of physical symptoms. Stress and anxiety may result in faster heart rate, increased blood pressure, headaches, muscle pains and sleep disturbances.
Support for Women and Family Members at High Risk for Breast Cancer
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Cancer frequently changes the dynamics of relationships and the nature of communication. This program will explore those issues and help provide a framework for meeting those challenges.
With the end of treatment comes a new beginning. This presentation and discussion will help you discover ways to move from a survivor and begin to define and practice your "new normal" To live in the now.
Biofield therapy works to balance, boost and clear the energy systems of the body so that the body can do what it naturally does…self heal. Healing Touch is a program endorsed by The American Holistic Nurses Association and recognized as an effective healing modality.
Many studies have shown that expressive writing, such as journaling, is beneficial to both mental and physical health, especially when dealing with serious health concerns. In this workshop, we offer the basics of journaling
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