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Below are resources related to a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, that you may find helpful.
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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.
Research Advocacy Network
10/12/21
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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 Breast Cancer Foundation
10/12/21
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The NBCF has created a trusted companion to support you during chemotherapy. Submit your information through this link to receive free messages of reassurance, videos from survivors, and other helpful resources straight to your inbox!
Young Survival Coalition
9/26/21
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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
9/26/21
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If you've been diagnosed with breast cancer in the last 6 months, and have children between 4-17 years old, they will ship you 1-2 age appropriate books to help facilitate the conversation about cancer. They also list a summary of recommended books.
Wonders & Worries
9/26/21
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View this article for professional tips on planning and explaining a cancer diagnosis conversion with your child. It provides examples on how to start the conversation, child-friendly terms, and ideas of what to cover in the conversation.
Susan G. Komen
9/19/21
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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
8/31/21
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15-week online support group for people caring for a spouse or partner with cancer. In this group led by an oncology social worker, people can share their personal experiences, ways of coping and helpful resources. Started on June 1, 2021.
Cancer Research Institute
8/31/21
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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.
Susan G. Komen
8/30/21
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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!
Susan G. Komen
8/30/21
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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.
West Essex Academy
8/30/21
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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.
BCRF
8/30/21
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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.
Breast Cancer Organization
8/30/21
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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.
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.
Hawaii Pacific Health
8/29/21
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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
8/29/21
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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.
American Cancer Society
8/29/21
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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in both men and women in the US. For most Americans who do not use tobacco, the most important cancer risk factors that can be changed are body weight, diet, and physical activity.
AAAS
8/19/21
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New UCLA-led research shows that behavioral interventions -- mindfulness meditation and survivorship education classes -- are effective in reducing depressive symptoms in younger breast cancer survivors.
American Institue for Cancer Research
8/19/21
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The stress and uncertainty that comes with the pandemic can take a toll on many people. However, there are many accessible coping strategies to partake in during the pandemic. One is meditation which can easibly be praciced wherever you are.
familydoctor
8/19/21
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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.
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
8/19/21
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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
8/19/21
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The National Cancer Institute has provided a detailled breakdown for kids to help support a parent or relative diagnosed with cancer. The booklet helps understand the diagnosis, how to best support the survivor, and more.
Johns Hopkins Medical Center
8/19/21
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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
American Cancer Society
8/19/21
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Provides free flights for every patient who needs to travel inter-island for medical treatment. Call (800) 227-2345 at least 3 business days before the day you want to fly (not counting the flight date) to sign up and have an eligibility check.
National Cancer Assistance Foundation (NATCAF)
10/17/21
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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
10/17/21
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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 of breast cancer via direct bill payments over the course of three months.
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