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AYAs with cancer, request an assessment of your physical and emotional needs post-treatment for total wellness. See top 10 tips for best post-cancer treatment support. http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing-practice/clinical-specialisms/cance…
Diet may be extremely effective in treating MS. This is a Ted Talk by a doctor who used diet to cure her MS. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLjgBLwH3Wc
For Parkinson's patients and caregivers, here is a study that says certain types of moderate exercise can slow the progression of the disease - http://www.pdf.org/en/exercise
Find strategies for managing cancer-related pain with the support of oncology social workers. A new study finds that receiving emotional/practical support helps cancer patients cope with pain. http://www.copelink.org/2012/02/get-help-managing-cancer-related-pain/
Boys and men - LOVE YOURSELF. CHECK YOURSELF. For those 18 to 35, testicular cancer is the #1 most common cancer. The great news? It's very treatable when discovered early! Check yourself once a month: http://singlejingles.org/beat-tc/
A good place to begin to learn about AYA cancer or cancer in general, is here: http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/cancer/overview.html?sc… The New York Times has a health guide with information on the causes, symptoms, exams, treatment, and prevention for cancer. Scroll down for cancer-specific information.
Find an AYA cancer support group near you to discuss and share challenges and offer and gain support. The Cancer Support Community in Los Angeles has a Young Adult Support Group every Tues, 7-9pm. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150593346272870&set=a.92816047…
US News and World Report on studies indicating that exercise can inhibit and slow prostate cancer progression - http://health.usnews.com/health-news/news/articles/2012/02/01/science-s…
Are you a caregiver or supporter affected by AYA cancer? During the journey from diagnosis to wellbeing, caregivers require care too. We encourage you to find support as well. http://robcares.com/
Keep in touch with family and friends. Loved ones want to help. Reach out and allow them to help within respect of your boundaries.
Prostate cancer can and does affect younger men. Doctors say men should know risk factors and when to start regular screenings for prostate cancer, one of the leading cancers among older men. Learn more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/03/10/2684936/prostate-cancer-hits-youn…
Your risk for cancer may be largely affected by your genetics. Those who inherit the BRCA1 and 2 mutation have an increased lifetime risk of breast and/or ovarian cancer. Check to see if you should consider genetic testing. (Read #6). http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/BRCA
With proper planning, a cancer patient can travel and manage cancer treatment away from home. Consider these cancer travel tips for families - http://www.carepages.com/cancer/cancer-and-travel-precautions.html?xid=…
Consider Thyrogen carefully if suggested or prescribed during your course of Treatment. Here is a link to an overview of the safety data - http://wp.medscape.com/activity/viewpresentation?action=startActivity&a…
Dental x-rays are strongly linked to brain cancer. It is recommended that dental x-rays only be taken when absolutely necessary. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_123950.html
We always knew music was healing, and now there is an organization (and science) to prove it - http://www.musictherapy.org/
We always knew music was healing, and now there is an organization (and science) to prove it - http://www.musictherapy.org/
You're NEVER alone even if it isn't familiar faces by your side, there are thousands of people who are there to support you through your difficult times! Never give up or lose hope!
Tell your story anytime you can. I have found so many amazing people in my life by simply talking about my journey. You never know who you can help by being open. Talking other people through their hardships with cancer has helped me get through phases that I never thought possible. Cancer is a shared journey-whether we realize it or not.