People can often have a complex relationship with their body. For me, it has become even more complicated as a result of cancer.
Experiencing a life-threatening illness affects more than a patient’s physical health. The emotional stress, uncertainty, and physical pain can all take a toll on an individual’s mental health.
All breast cancer survivors live with the concern about a recurrence or a new cancer...Learning how to cope with fears of recurrence is important.
As you go through cancer treatment or recovery, you may be spending more time at home than you did in the past.
Cancer changes people, and it also changes the people who support them. It’s very important that your loved ones are made aware that you are not the same, that you are going to need time to work your way back to calm.
For people who are living with cancer and experiencing an often emotional roller coaster, the holidays can bring the blues.
Mindfulness can significantly improve brain health and pain perception in breast cancer survivors, according to a small Canadian study.
When it comes to your medical history and health concerns, what you choose to divulge is up to you. At the time of your cancer diagnosis, you may have decided to keep that information to yourself rather than sharing it with your coworkers.
The COVID-19 pandemic may remain a concern for many people this holiday season.
Body image and sexual health are two especially burdensome issues to be dealt with after breast cancer treatment, especially by young adults. This presentation by Ann Partridge MD, MPH from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Conference, 2020, presents research and potential solutions for women dealing with these important issues.