This presentation will be conducted by two Pelvic Health Physical Therapists at NorthShore, specializing in male pelvic health. It will include a brief overview of pelvic floor anatomy and function, general pelvic health, and specific information on the role of Physical Therapy in recovery following pelvic cancers including prostate, bladder and bowel. There will be […]
The labyrinth is an ancient symbol for healing and a path to renewing the body-mind-spirit connection. Walking a labyrinth involves the creative and intuitive mind (right brain) and can be calming and balancing. You are welcome to visit the Cancer Wellness Center’s new outdoor labyrinth for your own walking meditation at any time, but you […]
Do you have questions about diet, nutrition, or other food-related concerns? Join us for a quick session for an opportunity to learn from our Board-Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition. Our theme for this program will be: Diet and Gut Microbiome. Please submit questions related to that topic when you register. Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, […]
Join Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, Clinical Manager, as she engages in a monthly, 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 […]
Need a lift of spirit? Come make a pocket-sized Album of Hope for you or a caregiver. This little treasure fits in the palm of your hands and brings a smile to your face whenever needed. The nonprofit organization “Albums of Hope” will bring all the supplies needed to make a photo album filled with […]
Join Lori, our Oncology Dietitian, and Michelle Mattero, Clinical Associate, in this five part series that explores how a mindfulness and nutritious food can work together for a healthy lifestyle. Each session will have a separate focus: Session 1: How Stress Impacts Health Students will learn about how chronic unconscious and conscious stressors affect us mind […]
Honey Bronson, RN and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, will discuss tips for healthy living for people affected by cancer. She will provide us with insight into the why and how to make sustainable changes in your lifestyle to optimize your overall health and wellbeing. The program will touch on aspects of exercise, stress management, sleep […]
Join Lori, our Oncology Dietitian, and Michelle Mattero, Clinical Associate, in this five part series that explores how a mindfulness and nutritious food can work together for a healthy lifestyle. Each session will have a separate focus: Session 1: How Stress Impacts Health Students will learn about how chronic unconscious and conscious stressors affect us mind […]
Mindfulness allows us to observe our emotional experiences without trying to change them. The emphasis is on understanding and acceptance. In practice, it can aid us in controlling our behaviors and reactions by enabling us to observe the contents of our minds, leading to greater insight when navigating challenges, decreased stress, and even improved social […]
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 […]
