March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Click to read how screening helped Robert find colorectal cancer early enough to increase his chances of survival.
Survivors and Flu Shots
The only respiratory virus that is preventable by vaccination is influenza. Without vaccination, people with cancer are more likely to experience serious flu complications. Learn more about flu vaccines and how they affect cancer patients by clicking here.
June is National Cancer Survivor Month
The first Sunday in June is National Cancer Survivors Day, which is part of National Cancer Survivors Month. This year’s National Cancer Survivors Day is June 8. Both events are intended to honor life and to reassure people who are still fighting cancer, as well as their families, that survival is possible.
Heart Age Among Cancer Survivors
Cancer survivors may have a higher risk of heart disease than people who have never had cancer. Cancer survivors can take steps to lower their risk of heart disease. Click to learn more.
Survivors… Mark’s Story
Tobacco usage is linked to a variety of cancers. Learn about Mark’s experience with rectal cancer as a result of years of smoking cigarettes.
Cancer Thriving and Surviving… Begins March 16th
Free Virtual 6-Week Workshop for People with Cancer and their Caregivers Begins March 16
Survivors… Infection Prevention
A person is considered to be a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis until the end of life. Learn how to prevent infections during cancer treatment, and other ways to stay healthy.
Survivors… Communicating with Family
Dealing with cancer can be difficult and dealing with family can be too. Learn more on how to talk to family about cancer.
Survivors… Tips for Coping with Stress
Everyone deals with stress, but cancer survivors and caregivers can be under a tremendous amount of stress. Take some time for yourself today.
Survivors… Improving Health & Quality
Check out what you should know after a cancer diagnosis and when treatment is over.