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Breast Cancer Hawaii

Support Apps for Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Hawaii

5/2/23

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View a multitude of apps specific for Breast Cancer Survivors and their families. These apps provide emotional support through connecting you with peer resources, and keeping you on top of your cancer journey!

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

An Overview of Breast Cancer Surgery

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/27/23

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What is Breast Cancer Surgery? What does it do? Answers to these questions and more details onto side effects, surgery types and preparations, recovery outlook, and questions to ask your doctor about Breast Cancer Surgery

American Cancer Society

About Breast Reconstruction

American Cancer Society

4/27/23

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Learn about all the steps of Breast Reconstruction, from deciding whether or not to have it, your options, and what to expect with the reconstruction surgery.

Susan G. Komen

Treatments for Metastatic Breast Cancer

Susan G. Komen

4/27/23

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Metastatic Breast Cancer has a multitude of treatment and options to ensure extending and maintaining quality of life. Read more general information on tumor biology, drug therapies, and clinical trials.

Mayo Clinic

Breast Cancer Types - What Your Type Means

Mayo Clinic

4/25/23

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Not all Breast Cancer types are the same, understanding what type of breast cancer you have and how it differs from other types of breast cancer will help impact the treatment options you have, and which are most appropriate.

American Cancer Society

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Breast Cancer

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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Receiving a Breast Cancer Diagnosis can be overwhelming, American Cancer Society has provided questions to ask your care team in order to better understand your cancer and your treatment options.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

Testing and Mammograms

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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Living Beyond Breast Cancer explains what Mammograms are, what your radiologist will look for, and what the experience of getting the test will look like.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

Testing and Biopsies

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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For more information on what are biopsies, and types of biopsies, Living Beyond Breast Cancer has summarized information on Biopsy tests, and how they are done.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

Understanding your Pathology Report

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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The pathology report is a key in the diagnostic process. The report is the cancer's profile; inclusive of stage, growth projections, HER2 and hormone-receptor status. Understanding it is how oncologists recommend treatment!

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

What is Breast Cancer

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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For more information on Breast Cancer, LBBC has provided a short page to help those with a diagnosis, or a loved one with a diagnosis understand Breast Cancer, it's symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, and treatment options.

Cleveland Clinic

Breast Cancer Surgery - Overview, Recovery and More

Cleveland Clinic

4/25/23

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Everything you need to know for a background on types of Breast Cancer Surgery, through recovery, when to call a doctor, advantages, risks, and more.

Mayo Clinic

Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer

Mayo Clinic

4/25/23

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If you are searching for any background and further information, look no further! The Mayo Clinic has also provided side effects, and where, what, and how Chemotherapy treatment is given for breast cancer patients.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

About Chemo Therapy

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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Living Beyond Breast Cancer outlines when Chemotherapy is used, how it is given, as well determining if chemotherapy is the right treatment for you. There is also information on recovery and side effects and ways to manage them.

Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Breast Cancer Screening and COVID-19: What Patients Need to Know Now

Breast Cancer Research Foundation

4/25/23

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As the pandemic continues, many women are undoubtedly wondering: "Should I go in for my annual mammogram? Is it safe?" BCRF research Dr. Wendie Berg outlines safe cancer screening guidelines.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

What is Hormonal Therapy

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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Learn more about hormonal therapy and how it is used in Metastatic Breast Cancer. In this page, Living Beyond Breast Cancer has explained what Hormonal therapy is, the potential side effects of it, and the types of hormonal therapy.

Breast Cancer Now

Exercise for all: 5 exercises to try today

Breast Cancer Now

4/25/23

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Specific exercises for breast cancer survivors to try and ways to get started. From activities to running to swimming here are ways to try today!

American Cancer Society

American Cancer Society Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in both men and women in the US. The American Cancer Society has provided a shortened guide to diet and physical activity for Cancer prevention.

National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc.

Chemo Messages

National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc.

4/25/23

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Subscribe to the National Breast Cancer Foundation's Chemo Messages for a multitude of supportive messages, songs, meditative music and more! Messages are sent right to your inbox and are confidential.

Breast Cancer Now

Depression, mental health and breast cancer

Breast Cancer Now

4/25/23

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Breast Cancer Now nurse talks mental health and breast cancer. Further resources on common support and depression in order to guide through your mental health journey.

Breast Cancer Now

10 Ways to Overcome Anxiety

Breast Cancer Now

4/25/23

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Being diagnosed with breast cancer and having treatment can put pressure on your mental health. A senior clinical nurse breaks down how to spot signs of anxiety and ways of coping with it.

Susan G. Komen

A Guide Through Sexuality and Intimacy

Susan G. Komen

4/25/23

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From topics ranging from talking to your partner, getting help from a health care provider, and other ways to improve sexuality, Komen has provided a guide to sexuality and intimacy for survivors of a breast cancer diagnosis.

Bright Spot Network

Bright Reads - Free Books for Little Kids Guiding through Big Emotions

Bright Spot Network

4/20/23

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Bright Spot Network has provided books to help parents guide their children through the difficulties of cancer. Request free books to guide through a multitude of varying emotions - from ages preschool to early childhood.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

What Causes Breast Cancer

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/20/23

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If you or someone you love have been recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer, it can be natural to know the causes. While the exact cause is unknown, find out more about risk factors relating to breast cancer.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

What is Immunotherapy

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/18/23

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Questions about Immunotherapy? Look no further for answers on how immunotherapy works, how it is given, who is treated with immunotherapy and its potential side effects.

Young Survival Coalition

Flat Affect: Conversations with Top Docs

Young Survival Coalition

4/18/23

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Register and watch a debate with with top doctors to explore the debate of a reconstruction following mastectomy, how to discuss your options with healthcare professionals and your own reconstruction advocate.

Livestrong

Livestrong Fertility Preservation Assistance and Aid

Livestrong

4/18/23

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With high costs of preservation, Livestrong fertility has partnered with clinics nationwide in order to provide discounts of at least 25% off for patients whose cancer treatment may risk later fertility.

American Institute for Cancer Research

AICR's Foods that Fight Cancer

American Institute for Cancer Research

4/20/23

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AICR put together a list of foods that fight cancer and foods to limit or avoid. Also included are healthy recipes you have to try out!

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Having Children After Breast Cancer

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

10/24/21

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Get answers on common fertility questions and concerns for young women with breast cancer. Is it safe for me to become pregnant after breast cancer? Is it safe for my future child if I become pregnant after breast cancer? Click here & learn more.

National Cancer Institution

Phases of Clinical Trials

National Cancer Institution

4/20/23

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Learn about clinical trial phases that occur during a clinical trial through this quick read and short video.

Clara

Clinical Studies

Clara

4/20/23

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Find and access new study treatments from anywhere with live 24/7 guidance to virtually support all you need to connect with clinical studies that fit you.

Lazarex Cancer Foundation

Looking for Help

Lazarex Cancer Foundation

4/20/23

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Lazarex will help you cover costs associated with participating in a clinical trial including transporation, lodging, and certain medical expenses not covered by insurance that is needed for clinical trial treatment.

Research Advocacy Network

Online Course: Basics for Research Advocacy

Research Advocacy Network

4/20/23

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This is a free online course for advocates that want to better understand how to become more involved in research advocacy. With background on cancer research, cancer clinical trails, and protections for research participants.

National Comprehensive Cancer Network

NCCN COVID-19 Vaccination Guide for People With Cancer

National Comprehensive Cancer Network

4/25/23

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Many people with cancer have weakened immune systems and are more vulnerable to COVID-19. NCCN answers who should get vaccinated, who should wait, and why?

Young Survival Coalition

The Fine Print 2: Your COVID Vaccine questions answered

Young Survival Coalition

4/25/23

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Join YSC for a run through of the latest information for young adults affected by breast cancer and the COVID-19 vaccines. This webinar was held on March 25th, 2021 and requires viewers to register to watch.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

Reading for Reassurance: Free Books for Kids

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/20/23

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For those diagnosed with Breast Cancer in the last 6 months, and have children between 4-17 years old, LBBC will ship 1-2 age appropriate books to help facilitate the conversation about cancer. As well as also list a summary of recommended books.

Triage Cancer

Adulting 101

Triage Cancer

9/26/21

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This webinar will covers topics dealing with finances, compiling an adequate insurance portfolio (life, health, disability, etc.), filing taxes, & creating an estate plan.

Youth Survival Coalition

Flat Affect: Conversations with Top Docs

Youth Survival Coalition

4/25/23

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Watch a webinar on demand with top doctors to explore the debate of a reconstruction following mastectomy, how to discuss your options with your healthcare team and be your own reconstruction advocate.

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Side Effects from Breast Cancer Treatment

Johns Hopkins Medicine

4/20/23

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Have a look at the list of long-term and late side effects and short videos of specialists at Johns Hopkins Healthcare explaining the side effects through this website.

Susan G. Komen

Short-Term Side Effects of Chemotherapy

Susan G. Komen

4/20/23

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Komen.org has compiled details on common short-term effects of chemotherapy, and also introduced several ways to cope with each side effect. Take a look at this article to see if any of the methods introduced can be employed as a possible solution!

CancerCare

CancerCare Online Caregiver Support Group

CancerCare

4/20/23

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This group is led by an oncology social worker, for those caring for a spouse or partner with cancer. The program is 15 weeks long and has already started but is accepting new applicants until May 17.

Young Survival Coalition

Cancer and Your Career

Young Survival Coalition

8/31/21

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Finding normalcy through work after diagnosis and treatment can help you to move forward.

American Cancer Society

Follow up Care After Breast Cancer Treatment

American Cancer Society

4/18/23

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After breast cancer treatment, it is important to go to follow-up appointments.

Susan G. Komen

Medical Care After Treatment

Susan G. Komen

4/18/23

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If you are unsure about what to do after your treatment, check this out to understand the goals of follow-up visits and recommended medical cares.

Susan G. Komen

Radiation Therapy

Susan G. Komen

4/18/23

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Susan G. Komen goes through the process of radiation therapy, along with emerging areas and side effects that take place.

American Cancer Society

Radiation for Breast Cancer

American Cancer Society

4/18/23

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American Cancer Society explains Radiation for breast cancer and how it is used in several situations.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

Ask the Expert: Radiation Therapy

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

4/18/23

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Doctor Nicole Simone MD, a radiation director answers frequently asked questions on radiation therapy and breast cancer.

Cancer Research Institute

Cancer and the Immune System: The Vital Connection

Cancer Research Institute

4/18/23

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This ebook will give a basic understanding of cancer biology, how our immune system works, and the rang of rapidly developing treatments that fall into the category of immunotherapies as well as definitions for the terminology of immuno-oncology.

American Cancer Society

Immunotherapy for Breast Cancer

American Cancer Society

4/18/23

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American Cancer Society breaks down immunotherapy for breast cancer and immune checkpoint inhibitor drugs.

Cleveland Clinic

A Breakdown of Immunotherapy

Cleveland Clinic

4/18/23

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The Cleveland Clinic breaks down Immunotherapy cancer treatment, providing an overview, and information on procedure, risks, and recovery.

Susan G. Komen

Long-Term Side Effects of Chemotherapy

Susan G. Komen

4/20/23

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Komen.org has compiled details on common and rare long term effects of chemotherapy, and also introduced several ways to cope with each effect. Check this out to see if any of the methods introduced can be employed as your solution!

Cancer Treatment Centers of America

Breast Cancer Treatment

Cancer Treatment Centers of America

4/25/23

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Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) will help you to understand all your breast cancer surgery options so you can decide on an individualized treatment plan tailored to you and your needs.

Mayo Clinic

About: Breast Cancer Surgery

Mayo Clinic

4/25/23

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Mayo Clinic has posted an overview of Breast Cancer Surgery, risks, why it is done, and how to prepare as well as helpful links and tips!

American Cancer Society

How is Chemotherapy Used to Treat Cancer?

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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American Cancer Society explains how there are different types of treatment and how some may work better for others.

Susan G. Komen

Questions to Ask Your Doctor: Chemotherapy and Side Effects

Susan G. Komen

4/25/23

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Being uncertain about chemotherapy and its side effects? Download this pdf of the list of questions to ask your doctor for you to understand the need of chemotherapy and prepare yourself for its side effects.

American Cancer Society

COVID-19 Vaccines in People with Cancer

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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American Cancer Society breaks down frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine in cancer patients. Learn about vaccine types and side effects today.

West Essex Academy

Coronavirus Anxiety

West Essex Academy

4/25/23

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This Wellness Society created this free course to help you build resilience during difficult time. This course will explore what stress and anxiety are, as well as introducing you to several tools for dealing with axiety and methods for preventing and reducing physical anxiety symptoms.

American Cancer Society

Common Questions About the COVID-19 Outbreak

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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This article is written and reviewed regularly by the ACS medical content and news staff in order to answer common questions regarding the COVID-19 outbreak.

BCRF

COVID-19 and Breast Cancer: Resources for Patients During the Coronavirus Crisis

BCRF

4/25/23

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As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds around the world, cancer patients have a special set of concerns: is the vaccine safe? Should I continue my cancer treatment? BCRF researcher weigh in on common questions.

Susan G. Komen

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Breast Cancer

Susan G. Komen

4/25/23

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This page has information about COVID-19 for people with breast cancer and their families. It contains essential information regarding the coronavirus.

Breast Cancer Organization

COVID-19's Impact on Breast Cancer Care

Breast Cancer Organization

4/25/23

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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for breast cancer patients. This article gathers the most important info you need to know about the impact that the coronavirus has had on breast cancer care.

breastcancer.org

Breast Cancer Treatment Common Severe Side Effects

breastcancer.org

4/20/23

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Breastcancer.org has compiled information on many patients' experiences with treatment side effects. Get an idea on what to expect, and if you feel like digging deeper, how side effects can be managed!

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

About Herbs Database

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

8/29/21

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A pharmacist and botanicals expert manages and continually updates the database with assistance from other MSK Integrative Medicine Service experts to provide objective and evidence-based information about herbs and supplements.

Healthline

Treatment Options for Breast Cancer

Healthline

8/29/21

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There is a wide variety of complementary therapy options out there. In this article, Healthline gives an in-depth description of the benefits of the many different types of additional therapies.

Bio Med Central

Benefits of Complementary Therapies

Bio Med Central

8/29/21

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Many patients find complementary therapies to be an appealing addition to conventional cancer treatment. In this article, Bio Med Central summarizes the ways complementary therapies should be used to best reap their benefits.

breastcancer.org

Aromatherapy

breastcancer.org

8/29/21

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Complementary therapies can help to ease side effects of cancer treatment. In addition to other therapies, breastcancer.org has developed instructions on how you can get started with aromatherapy, at home!

American Cancer Society

Stock your Ingredients with Healthy Ingredients

American Cancer Society

8/29/21

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American Cancer Society has listed their recommendation on healthy foods to purchase, organized by category. Ready to go shopping with this list in your hand?

Susan G Komen

Diet and Breast Cancer

Susan G Komen

8/29/21

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This article by Susan G. Komen coherently lays out the good and bad foods to eat while developing a survivor diet. In their words, everyone can benefit from a healthy lifestyle!

Stanford Healthcare

What You Should Know about Nutrition and Healthcare

Stanford Healthcare

8/29/21

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Stanford Healthcare has created a simple, example-filled guide on developing the ideal diet for a breast cancer patient

Cancer Rehab and Integrative Medicine/ Moving Beyond Cancer Collaborative

Excercise and Wellness Classes

Cancer Rehab and Integrative Medicine/ Moving Beyond Cancer Collaborative

4/25/23

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Join a multitude of live, online excercise classes for a small fee or view free survivor targeted workout videos such as yoga, pilates, and more!

Hawaii Pacific Health

WEBINAR - We're Here To Keep You Healthier: Staying Active and Healthy

Hawaii Pacific Health

4/25/23

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In this webinar, Hawaii Pacific Health will discuss incorporating physical activity into your daily routine, setting reasonable goals, and best practices to train for virtual community events and races in a safe manner!

Dana Farber Cancer Institue

Tips for Exercising During and After Cancer Treatment

Dana Farber Cancer Institue

4/25/23

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How can cancer patients stay active during treatment? Which exercises are best for cancer survivors? Dana-Farber exercise physiologist Nancy Campbell, MS, discusses tips for staying active during and after cancer treatment.

National Cancer Institute

For Women with Breast Cancer, Regular Exercise May Improve Survival

National Cancer Institute

4/25/23

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A new study adds to existing evidence linking physical activity with longer survival in women diagnosed with high-risk cancer.

Breast Cancer Answers

6 Exercises for Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast Cancer Answers

4/25/23

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Exercise can give you a sense of control while helping you recover post breast cancer. Here are 6 simple exercises that all breast cancer survivors can perform at home.

American Cancer Society

Exercises After Breast Cancer Surgery

American Cancer Society

4/25/23

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With assistance from the Oncology Section of the American Physical Therapy Association, ACS has developed a regime to help restore movement post surgery.

Surviving Breast Cancer

Thursday Night Thrivers Meeting

Surviving Breast Cancer

4/25/23

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Meet up with thrivers who just "get it"! Surviving Breast Cancer's meetings have an open door policy and a "come as you are" attitude to share your story and listen to others!

AAAS

Mindfulness Meditation Reduces Symptoms of Depression in Younger Breast Cancer Survivors

AAAS

4/25/23

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The stress and uncertainty that comes with the pandemic can take a toll on many people. There are many accessible coping strategies to partake; one is meditation which can easily be practiced wherever you are, as well as more resources.

American Institue for Cancer Research

How Mindfulness Meditation Can Help Cancer Survivors Cope with Stress

American Institue for Cancer Research

4/25/23

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Being emotionally healthy doesn't mean you're happy all the time, it means you're aware of your emotions. Emotionally healthy people still feel stress, anger, and sadness but they know how to manager their negative feelings.

familydoctor

Mental Health: Keeping Your Emotional Health

familydoctor

4/25/23

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Emotional Health is a key in your overall health. Through understanding your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors - a fresh perspective is given to help bounce back from setbacks and create good relationships.

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Parents with Cancer: Tips for Talking to Kids

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

4/23/23

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View the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry's quick tips on talking to kids about a new diagnosis, understanding your child's mood and behavior, as well as self care tips for yourself.

National Cancer Institute

"When Your Parent Has Cancer" - A guide for teens

National Cancer Institute

4/20/23

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A teenagers booklet to guiding through a loved one's cancer journey. Learn how to become an important part of the survivor's team through this booklet written by other teens, healthcare providers and scientists.

Johns Hopkins Medical Center

A Parent's Guide: Special Resources to Assist Families Going Through Cancer

Johns Hopkins Medical Center

4/20/23

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Johns Hopkins Medical Center has put together a special resources guide for parents! It detales parental advice, ways to help kids cope, and a collection of other resources for both the kids, and the parent

Family Reach

Financial Assistance

Family Reach

4/18/23

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Applicants with a cancer diagnosis who are in active cancer treatment may apply to be qualified for emergency financial funding. This grant will help applicants cover non-medical expenses.

DONNA CareLine at Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)

Financial Assistance

DONNA CareLine at Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)

4/18/23

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Provides financial assistance and support. Reopen from January 4, 2021.

American Cancer Society

Neighbor Island Air Transportation Program for Medical Treatment

American Cancer Society

4/18/23

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The American Cancer Society is providing free flights for every patient who needs to travel inter-island for medical treatment. Mainland travel may be available if treatment is necessary outside of Hawaii. Booking is done via phone call

Pink Aid

Emergency Financial Assistance

Pink Aid

4/18/23

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Provides emergency financial assistance for applications who are in breast cancer treatment. Qualified applicants will receive up to $500 during a 12 month period to help pay for non-medical household expenses.

The Samfund

Financial Assistance For Young Adults

The Samfund

4/18/23

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Financial support for young adults, with Spring and Fall application schedules. The program provides financial assistance and family building grants to support essential living expenses.

National Cancer Assistance Foundation (NATCAF)

Financial Assistance

National Cancer Assistance Foundation (NATCAF)

4/18/23

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Offers fund based on your income through Breast Cancer Assistance Fund from NATCAF. Download, complete, and submit the forms (pdf) and mail them to the address found on the form. Make sure that you meet the guidelines listed on the 1st page.

The Pink Fund

Cost of Living Financial Assistance

The Pink Fund

4/18/23

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The Pink Fund helps pay cost-of-living bills so patients can have peace of mind during treatment and recovery. Assistance is available for qualified applicants undergoing active treatment via direct bill payments over three months.

Susan G. Komen

Treatment Assistance Program

Susan G. Komen

4/18/23

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Offers a Komen Treatment Assistance Program to eligible individuals needing financial support. The small grant cycle is ongoing and helps pay treatment related expenses

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