Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness Overview
For many of us—whether newly diagnosed or long-term survivor—the experience of cancer raises our awareness of the importance of health and wellness. Fortunately, there are many steps we can take to manage our health and maximize our well-being. By taking these steps, and meeting the physical and emotional challenges of not only cancer but also our daily lives, we gain the opportunity to live life more fully.
The information in this section is intended to help you along this path. It was created with cancer survivors and their families in mind.
Health & Wellness News
Melanoma More Common in Cancer Survivors
Risk particularly high for those with a prior diagnosis of melanoma.
Still No Clear Evidence That Vitamin D Reduces Cancer Risk
But does appear to provide fracture benefit
No Increased Risk of Birth Defects in Offspring of Childhood Cancer Survivors
Reassuring news for young cancer survivors.
Organ Transplant Recipients Have Increased Cancer Risk
Twice the risk of the general population.
Additional Evidence That Tanning Beds Increase Skin Cancer Risk
Including risk of melanoma.
Hope, Inspiration & Support
Advances in Melanoma Treatment and Research
After almost 20 years, new treatments emerge. By Mia James Melanoma is considered the deadliest form...
I love you, I love you not
Understanding our fickle relationship with food by Mia James We know that we need food to survive and...
Showing Love in the Face of Loss
When reacting to a friend’s loss, lead with your heart. By Vicky Bates The other day a “Dear Abby”...
Nature Is Nurturing
Spending time in nature is critical to overall health and well-being. By Ann Bloom In our hectic, harried...
Breast Cancer
Cancer Connect Breast Cancer Community: Cancer Connect Breast Cancer Community provides current, comprehensive,...
