Cancer treatment often impacts a person's body image and sexual well-being in many different ways. It can also present new challenges for survivors who are in the process of dating. This personal issue can be difficult to talk about with healthcare providers, as well as with friends and family. However, we know that talking about […]
Others have learned to navigate their way through the troubled waters of grief, you can too. The Grief River ® model is a nature-inspired approach that examines each of our losses in the context of the entire lifespan. Join us to identify resources for resilience and recover hope for the journey ahead. Presented by: Thom […]
Acompañe a la Dra. Yasmin Asvat, Psicóloga Clinica en el programa de Apoyo Oncológico de Rush Cancer Center mientras habla sobre las causas de la fatiga relacionada con el cáncer y ofrece estrategias para manejar la fatiga y mejorar su calidad de vida. Luego de la presentación tendremos una sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Para […]
Join us for a presentation on the relationship between blood cancers and the immune system and guidance on COVID-19, influenza, pneumonia and varicella zoster vaccinations. Please note that although this program will apply broadly to all types of blood cancers, it will also include some Multiple Myeloma-specific information. Presented by Kimberly A. Gibbs RN, BSN, […]
Have you gone through chemotherapy, expecting to go through it, or know someone else who has? Join us in learning about ‘chemo-brain’, a commonly occurring side effect of chemotherapy that presents itself through cognitive impairment, attention and concentration difficulties, and new problems with memory. This two-part program led by graduate intern, Mark Livshots will cover […]
Join Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, Clinical Manager, as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with her fellow Clinical Team members. Each conversation will focus on an aspect of the cancer experience, providing different insights and perspectives on a common theme. Audience questions are invited and encouraged. The Series will be available via Zoom (registration required), […]
The gut has major responsibilities including digestion of food, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of waste. Our gut also impacts our energy levels, our mood, and is a key player of the immune system. Sometimes cancer and treatment can impact the gut resulting in side effects and complications. In this presentation, the dietitian will present […]
Join Michelle, Clinical Associate, for a six-part psycho educational workshop series designed to help you learn useful tools for addressing anxiety and feel more confident in your ability to manage distress, worry and uncertainty. Each session will have a separate focus: Session 1 (October 13th): Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR): Understanding FCR and Exploring Ways […]
Loss in bone density is common as we age; however, certain types of cancer and cancer treatments may lead to bone loss, regardless of your age. Please join us to learn how cancer affects bone health and ways to safely address this issue. Presented by: Karyn Holtz, PT, MHS, CLT, RUSH Physical Therapy/ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation […]
Please join us at the Cancer Wellness Center for a joint CWC and Willow House family event aimed at helping children and families cope with grief. In this program, children will join a Child Life Specialist and a Professional Counselor for grief focused art activity. Parents will join a grief-focused Professional Counselor and have an […]
