April is National Cancer Control Month, aiming to raise awareness for cancer prevention and treatment.
Early Detection Can Prevent Cancer
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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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Estate Planning is an extremely crucial process for both those living with cancer and their caregivers. It’s important to know all about an Advance Health Care Directive, having a will, a trust, and other legal documents to ensure that you are fully protected.
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February is Black History Month and a time to celebrate and reflect on the numerous achievements made by African American individuals who have had an impact on cancer research. The following are three extraordinary African Americans whose developments have had an influence on cancer research: Dr. Jane Cooke Wright (1919-2013) — A pioneer in cancer
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Have you ever heard laughter is the best medicine? There are actually many health benefits associated with laughing, including for people living with cancer.
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During last week’s 10th Annual Cancer in the Classroom Symposium hosted by Gilda’s Club Westchester, Jaime Aker, LMSW, Children, Teens and Families Manager, presented ways to support students impacted by cancer with the dozens of local teachers, guidance counselors, nurses, social workers, and school staff in attendance.
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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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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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The 10th Annual Cancer in the Classroom Symposium hosted by Gilda’s Club Westchester is a free workshop taking place on Wednesday, February 2 from 9 AM to 1 PM via Zoom. All school professionals are invited and encouraged to attend.
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Just when there seemed to be a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, enter the Omicron variant, sending us all on another emotional roller coaster, especially for people impacted by cancer.
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