A little over two years ago, I was hunting in the kitchen for a measuring cup. Disoriented, I began to search in the cupboard where I keep plates and bowls (clearly the wrong place for measuring cups). I’m not crazy after all. I was making Funfetti pancakes…
The holidays bring celebration, tradition, and joy, but also obligation and expectation. This season can be stressful under the best circumstances, but add a cancer diagnosis or treatment into the mix, and the weight can become unbearable.
Some consider movement “free medicine.” Even small doses practiced with consistency can extend longevity and prevent and treat disease. As far back as Hippocrates and Plato, physical activity was viewed as good for health. Over the years, evidence-based studies have confirmed that movement reduces mortality risks and protects us from chronic medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, obesity, dementia, and cancer.
My name is Patrice Exantus, and I’m 42 years old. Currently I’m going through a divorce, which is a difficult transition after 15 years of marriage. My ex-husband and I share three children: Sheldon, aged 24; Isaac, aged 13; and Janiya, the youngest at 12…
With the start of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Rowan University Writing Arts senior lecturer Katie Budris has a message for women – especially young women: be self-aware.
Breathing with mindfulness has many benefits including calming the mind, lowering anxiety, lowering blood pressure, and increasing a sense of contentment in everyday life.
Blog about loving your body after breast cancer.
People can often have a complex relationship with their body. For me, it has become even more complicated as a result of cancer.
Experiencing a life-threatening illness affects more than a patient’s physical health. The emotional stress, uncertainty, and physical pain can all take a toll on an individual’s mental health.
Many women who choose reconstructive surgery after breast cancer are surprised at how different their breasts feel. Others are disappointed when the surgery doesn’t go as planned. And almost none are prepared for the complex emotions of coming to terms with ‘a new body.’
