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
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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.
There is nothing more beautiful in life than when only few people (survivors) who have been so close to death or lost all hope find the true joys in life :) keep on keepin on! AYA of our generation will NOT be statistics, we will always live through our actions.
For newly diagnosed Breast Cancer patients, here is a list of 15 questions you need to know to ask your healthcare providers before you begin treatment - http://www.breastcanceranswers.com/breast-cancer-questions/
A terrific resource if you are in the NY area, or want to read some excellent blogs and advise for newly diagnosed AYA (or any) breast cancer patients. Elyn Jacobs is a breast cancer survivor and cancer coach with a great deal of wisdom to share - http://elynjacobs.wordpress.com/
Quit Smoking Today! Smokefree Women at the National Cancer Institute can help: http://women.smokefree.gov
Quit Smoking Today! Smokefree Women at the National Cancer Institute can help: http://women.smokefree.gov
For more information on lung cancer treatment from the National Cancer Institute, please visit: http://cancer.gov/cancertopics/treatment/lung
If you know a disabled veteran who needs help and doesn’t know where to turn, ask them to contact the Disabled Veterans National Foundation, to be put in touch with a veterans’ professional from any state in the US. The same goes for the families of veterans. http://www.dvnf.org/resources/guide-a-veteran/
The Veterans Crisis Line is a toll-free, confidential resource that connects Veterans in crisis, their families & friends with qualified, caring VA responders. Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, or chat online at www.VeteransCrisisLine.net*, or send a text message to 838255 - open 24/7 http://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/
VOA runs multiple employment programs, including Compensated Work Therapy, where veterans learn new job skills. VOA also operates Incarcerated Veterans Transitional Programs, reintegrating veterans exiting the corrections system into their communities. http://www.voa.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Veterans/Emplo…
If you are a veteran, or a family member, struggling with a state appeal with the Massachusetts Department of Veterans' Services and/or a federal benefits appeal to the U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs, the Massachusetts Bar Association can help - for free. Phone: 617-338-0572
This national website provides information on mortgage and loan options for veterans. The goal is to help veterans and active duty personnel purchase and retain homes in recognition of their service to the Nation. Phone: 1-800-827-6311, 1-800-827-0336 http://www.benefits.va.gov/homeloans/
VOA runs many employment programs, including Compensated Work Therapy, where veterans learn new job skills. VOA also operates Incarcerated Veterans Transitional Programs, reintegrating veterans exiting the corrections system into their home communities. http://www.voa.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Veterans/Emplo…