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Cancer survivors: Managing your emotions after cancer treatment
By Mayo Clinic staff
Get to know the emotions that are common in cancer survivors and how to manage your feelings. Find out what’s normal and what indicates you should seek help.
When you began your cancer treatment, you couldn’t wait for the day you’d finish. But now that you’ve completed your treatment, you aren’t sure if you’re ready for life as a cancer survivor. With your treatment completed, you’ll likely see your cancer care team less often. Though you, your friends and your family are all eager to return to a more normal life, it can be scary to leave the protective cocoon of doctors and nurses who supported you through treatment.
Click here to read more about managing your emotions after cancer treatment.
Posted on Sep 03, 2010 - 02:09 PM by JessicaCongratulations to Chasing Rainbows!
YACC would like to do a shout out to Pat Taylor and her project Chasing Rainbows for achieving their goals!
In her August 30, 2010 blog Pat announced that she is “getting to the place where I can say…”Sara, I have met those goals.” Pat’s daughter, Sara, passed away from cancer at the age of 26 and in 2000 she asked her mom to distribute their documentary (Chasing Rainbows – Young Adults Living with Cancer) throughout British Columbia, across Canada, the USA and Europe. Pat has traveled throughout Canada, the US and even visited the UK.
A quote from Pat’s blog; “So, my dear daughter, Sara…I know you are smiling. Other young adults living with cancer are being seen heard more than there were in 1997 when you were first diagnosed. Your dream for making young adults with cancer feel less isolated and alone is coming true! Way to go! I will continue to do what needs to be done! Love, Mom.”
Pat, big congratulations from us to you. You are truly making a difference in the lives of young adult cancer survivors, Sara would be proud.
Posted on Sep 01, 2010 - 03:21 PM by LesleyCancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy
Patients, Survivors, Family Members and Caregivers
are invited to attend a free information session
This session is open to persons living with any type of
Cancer diagnosis
Cancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathies are amongst the most common neurological complications of cancer. Peripheral neuropathy is a disorder of the peripheral nerves – the motor, sensory, and autonomic nerves that connect the spinal cord to muscles, skin and internal organs. It usually affects the hands and feet, causing weakness, numbness, tingling and pain. Come learn more about Cancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy.
Speakers: Stephanie Hubbard, RN, MN, CON(C)
Nurse Practitioner, Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Catriona Leckie, RN, MN
Nurse Practitioner, Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Location: Wellspring Calgary (Carma House)
1404 Home Road NW, Calgary, AB
Free Parking is Available
Free refreshments and snacks will be provided
Registration for this free session is required, please contact:
Marina Giovannettie, Patient Services Manager
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, Prairies Region
Phone: 403-263-5300 ext 8
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Eating during cancer treatment: Tips to make food tastier
By Mayo Clinic staff
Eating well may help you feel better during cancer treatment, and it may make it easier to tolerate your treatments
You may find that cancer or cancer treatment has affected your sense of taste. Food may seem to lack flavor or taste too sweet, salty or metallic. Usually these changes are temporary and will improve with time. In the meantime, do what you can to maintain your calorie intake and meet your body’s protein, vitamin and mineral needs.
If you normally follow a specific diet, such as one that’s low in sodium or fat or designed for people with diabetes, it may be necessary to put those restrictions aside for a while. You’ll want to allow for more variety so that you can increase your chances of getting adequate nutrition. Check with your doctor to make sure it’s all right to loosen your dietary restrictions.
Click here for some suggestions for selecting and preparing foods.
Posted on Aug 30, 2010 - 01:56 PM by JessicaChronic Pain can Interfere with Sexuality
By Mayo Clinic staff
People need physical and emotional intimacy almost as much as they need food and shelter. Sexuality helps fulfill the vital need for human connection. It’s a natural and healthy part of living, as well as an important aspect of your identity as a man or woman. But when chronic pain invades your life, the pleasures of sexuality often disappear.
Click here to read more about how you and your partner can have a satisfying sexual relationship in spite of your chronic pain.
Posted on Aug 27, 2010 - 12:45 PM by JessicaWhat are the lymphomaniacs?
...a group of young adults (Ottawa) that are just crazy about Lymphoma… or was that Lymphoma is making them crazy?
This group has been started with the intent to connect young adults with Lymphoma.
This will happen locally though quarterly socials, and on the web by offering a venue for people to connect.
Sign up for information as this group develops and updates about our first social at:
(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Hosted by: Tamara Deswart – Lymphomaniac
Co-hosts: Vanessa Peck - Lymphomaniacs
Check out their Poster.pdf
Posted on Aug 26, 2010 - 06:37 PM by KarineCaregiving: Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers
By Mayo Clinic staff
If you live far away from a loved one who needs care, you might wonder what you can do to help. Start by understanding options for long-distance caregiving, from gathering information and coordinating services to providing occasional respite for a primary caregiver.
Long-distance caregiving poses unique challenges. Click here to find out what you can do to help your loved one from afar — and how to make the most of personal visits.
Posted on Aug 25, 2010 - 12:56 PM by Jessica