Wednesday, October 12, 2011

About Breast Cancer: Survivor Decides to March Forth And Help Others

If you can't see this email, click here

About.com

Breast Cancer

Symptoms / Diagnosis

Treatment

Daily Life



From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer
Welcome to the second week of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! You'll be hearing from other survivors and getting plenty of advice and ideas on how to navigate the journey.

Breast Cancer Survivor Decides to March Forth & Help Others
Marci Schmitt is a two-time breast cancer survivor, and she wants to put her experience to good use. She has written her survivor story with the goal of giving useful, practical advice to patients and their supporters. So if you're in treatment, or trying to find ways to help someone with breast cancer, her book will be helpful to you. Told honestly, with a good spirit and upbeat voice, March Forth is her story.
See More About:  breast cancer  chemotherapy  survivor story

Newly Diagnosed: Before Starting Treatment
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I felt like I was going to a foreign country, where the language and customs were very different from my normal life. There was too much information, too many new terms, and too many decisions. Here's a basic introduction to the journey. Take your time, it's a good investment on your part to learn the ropes before you start making treatment plans.

10 Essential Things To Do Before Starting Treatment
Making a battle plan before starting treatment really pays off. But it also helps to schedule in some pleasant activities too. Try to find a balance between taking care of your body and taking time to be with people that you care about. Set your priorities before the clinic schedule takes over your life. After you read my list, let me know what your pretreatment essentials may be.
See More About:  cancer treatment  breast cancer  support

Paying For Breast Cancer Treatment
Your breast cancer diagnosis will affect your health, relationships, schedule, and your wallet. Even if you have health insurance or Medicare, there will be copayments to manage, drugs to pay for, and non-medical expenses that surprise you. Be sure you know what your financial options are, as well as where and who to ask for assistance. Don't skip treatment because of money - plenty of help is out there for you.

 


Breast Cancer Ads
Featured Articles
Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction
Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes
Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary
Breast Cancer Basics - Definition, Types, Survival Statistics
Risk and Prevention
Newly Diagnosed - What You Need to Know Before Starting Treatment

 

More from About.com

Food and Mood
Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More>



Carb Cravings
Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>




This newsletter is written by:
Pam Stephan
Breast Cancer Guide
Email Me | My Blog | My Forum
 
Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics
You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here.

About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy

Contact Information:
249 West 17th Street
New York, NY, 10011

© 2011 About.com
 


Free For All
Free Wigs for Cancer Patients
Free Headgear During Chemotherapy
Find Free or Low-Cost Mammograms

Advertisement

No comments:

Post a Comment

Counter

Search This Blog

Blog Archive