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GET READY for Exercise as a Cancer Survivor – Thursday, March 31 at 6PM

Exercise helps to improve not only your physical health, but also your mental health during every phase of treatment. The American Cancer Society recommends adults should get 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75-150 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week or a combination of these. Getting to or exceeding 300 minutes is ideal.

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Meet Rebekah!

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Rebekah, Age 18 Youth Committee Member Rebekah is a valued member of the Gilda’s Club Youth Committee, which is comprised of volunteer high school students who raise awareness and support

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3 Key Ways Cancer Survivors Can Lower their Risk of Getting Heart Disease

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February is American Heart Month. Cancer survivors reportedly have a higher risk of heart disease than people who have never had cancer.

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Meet Mia!

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Mia, Age 10CTF Member Mia is 10 years old and enjoys playing with her dog Leo, reading, creating art, and doing yoga. Mia joined the Children, Teens and Families (CTF)

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Talking to Kids About Cancer

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Cancer doesn’t just affect the individual who receives the diagnosis. It impacts the entire family, especially children and teens. Effective communication during this time helps children develop the coping skills they’ll need throughout this challenging time.

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Virtual Caregiving: Support from a Distance

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The pandemic has caused many changes in our lives. For some caregivers, this means having to be physically apart from your loved one living with cancer. Even if your loved one is living in a distant location, you can still support them in other ways.

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Meet Deborah!

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Deborah August Director of Development, Gilda’s Club Westchester Deborah is an experienced development and fundraising professional with demonstrated history with annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns, stewardship, and cultivation. Her

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Focusing on Self-Care During National Caregiver Month

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November is National Caregiver Month and a wonderful reminder to recognize the selfless acts and efforts of those who care for others. It’s often not realized how stressful and challenging the role of a caregiver can be, and how important it is to emphasize self-care for caregivers.

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