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Cancer-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: marina.giovannetti@lls.org

Posted on Aug 31, 2010 - 06:30 AM by Jessica

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 - 11:26 AM by Jessica

Chronic 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 - 10:15 AM by Jessica

What 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:
lymphomaniacs@gmail.com
Hosted by: Tamara Deswart – Lymphomaniac
Co-hosts: Vanessa Peck - Lymphomaniacs

Check out their Poster.pdf

Posted on Aug 26, 2010 - 04:07 PM by Karine

Caregiving: 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 - 10:26 AM by Jessica

Quick and easy way to help your peers in Vancouver area…

Research opportunity for young adults in the Vancouver area

If you were diagnosed with cancer in the last 5 years, were between the ages of 18-39 when diagnosed, and received your cancer follow-up care in the Vancouver area you may be eligible to participate. The study involves a one-time telephone interview and the option to complete a paper survey.
The purpose of the interview will be to understand the experiences of young adult cancer survivors and their follow-up care. In appreciation, participants will receive a gift card upon completion of the study.
For more information please contact:
Krystle Hussey
Dalhousie University Family Medicine Teaching Unit
Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital
Fredericton, NB
Phone: 1-866-323-1833 (toll free) 
E-mail:
Or Facebook search: YAC study
The study has been funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and has been reviewed by the Dalhousie University Research Ethics Committee.

Posted on Aug 24, 2010 - 06:03 AM by Karine

Stress on Your Mind? Cut It in 5

Focused on Health - August 2010
by Laura Nathan-Garner

Money. Family. Work. Health issues. Sometimes it can seem hard to find a reason not to feel stressed.

But here’s a good reason to unwind: “Chronic stress affects almost every system in our bodies and wreaks havoc on their functioning,” says Lorenzo Cohen, Ph.D., professor and director of integrative medicine at MD Anderson. “It weakens the immune system, affects tumor development and makes it harder for your body to remain healthy.”

And that’s not all. Chronic stress ups your risk for heart disease, sleep difficulties, digestive problems and depression. It also makes you more likely to ditch healthy eating and exercise habits that help prevent cancer and other diseases.

“Some factors that cause stress can’t be controlled, but for things you can control, find ways to avoid them or balance them with stress-reducing activities,” Cohen says. “And, for stressors in your life you can’t control, you’ve got to focus on yourself and make time to do things you enjoy.”

Click here for strategies for stress management.

Posted on Aug 23, 2010 - 10:21 AM by Jessica