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Breast Cancer takes a significant physical and emotional toll on patients. The physical impact is farily obvious, but many women will experience severe anxiety, distress and even depression during their treatment process. This is normal and expected. Patients should always ask for emotional support, including therapy, if needed.
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As a mom diagnosed with breast cancer, your first thought is simply this: “Will I live to see my children grow up?” If you’re a survivor, take a moment to savor the fact that you’re alive this Mother’s Day.What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.Familiar words. But not something most of us want to think…
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PJ Hamel, Health Guide, commented on Treatment continues... It's true, we have to speak up and advocate for ourselves as patients; and nowhere is this more…
Phyllis Johnson, Health Guide, commented on Mothers and Cancer – Staying Alive I would like to emphasize PJ's comment that you will probably begin to feel better…
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PJ Hamel, Health Guide, commented on Hurdle #3: Getting Through the First… Sasa, there's no "normal" about how anyone reacts to finding out they have…
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