Posted 7 months ago
How to Talk to Your Family about Positive Genetic Test Results for Cancer
Finding out you tested positive for a gene mutation that’s associated with an inherited risk for cancer can…
Category: Integrative Services
Posted 11 months ago
Caregiver Self-Care: Sharing My Personal Experience
Caregiver – such a loaded word and seems never ending, right?! This was a constant for myself and…
Posted 1 year ago
SCS Lunch & Learn: Smoking Cessation with Nicole
The Virtual Lunch & Learn “Smoking Cessation” was recorded for Tuesday, November 14, 2023. We would like to…
Posted 2 years ago
Benefits of Reiki for the Cancer Patient
What is Reiki? Reiki is a Japanese practice with a name meaning “universal life energy.” This technique is…
Posted 2 years ago
Essential Oils
Many people diagnosed with cancer seek complementary and alternative therapies to address the side effects of treatment and…
Posted 2 years ago
Finding love after cancer
Dating and intimacy are not always easy. It involves our self-esteem, body image, confidence levels,
social interaction skills, and communication. Add in a cancer diagnosis, hair loss, mastectomy scars and
those challenges may become obstacles for some.
Posted 2 years ago
Finding calm – reducing symptoms of anxiety
Do you have trouble staying asleep at night? Do you find it hard to relax? Have you felt like electricity is running through your body? Does your heart pound when you are experiencing stress? Do you have trouble with racing and repeating thoughts? If your answer is yes to any of these symptoms, you may be experiencing anxiety.
Posted 2 years ago
SCS Lunch & Learn: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with Dr. Okolo-Taku
The Virtual Lunch & Learn “SCS Lunch & Learn: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with Dr. Okolo-Taku” was recorded for…
Posted 2 years ago
SCS Lunch & Learn: Integrative Pain Treatment Options for Cancer
The Virtual Lunch & Learn “Integrative Pain Treatment Options for Cancer” was recorded for release on Tuesday, August…
Posted 3 years ago
Cancer Survivorship
Cancer Survivorship June is the month that we celebrate our cancer survivors with National Cancer Survivor Month. Whether…
Posted 3 years ago
Foods to Boost White Blood Cells (Immunity)
Low white blood cell counts (WBC’s) or leukopenia, can occur at certain times throughout chemotherapy. Most of the…
Posted 3 years ago
March 16- Happy National Artichoke Day
March 16- Happy National Artichoke Day , they are actually a type of thistle that originated in the…
Posted 3 years ago
Lynch Syndrome – More Common Than You Think
Over the years, the BRCA1/2 genes, which are genes associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer, have…
Posted 3 years ago
Safe Travel for patients
Many people have been at home and forgoing travel for almost two years now due to COVID. However,…
Posted 3 years ago
Gratitude
Gratitude. The word is often used so much that it can feel as though it is nothing more…
Posted 3 years ago
Roasted Carrot, Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
Ingredients 1 butternut squash (about 2 lbs.)-peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pound carrots, peeled and…
Posted 3 years ago
Spinach and Broccoli Enchiladas
Spinach and Broccoli Enchiladas Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 package (10 ounces) frozen…
Posted 3 years ago
Improved communication with my oncologist
Receiving the treatment you need at any stage of cancer care is not as easy as finding the…
Posted 3 years ago
Staying Organized After a New Cancer Diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis can leave you feeling many emotions, one of them being overwhelmed. After a diagnosis, there…
Posted 3 years ago
Communicating with those experiencing memory loss
Humans are social beings and the way we communicate, both verbally and non-verbally, has a significant impact on…
Posted 4 years ago
Health Disparities & Cancer
Health Disparities & Cancer Cancer is a terrible disease that shows no discrimination. It is widely known that…
Posted 4 years ago
Natural Approaches to Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
One of the unfortunate possible long term side effects of receiving chemotherapy drugs is a condition called chemotherapy-induced…
Posted 4 years ago
Eat Well Live Well – Fresh Apricot, Jalapeno, Mint & Quinoa Salad
Our Ironwood Dietitians are at it again with a healthy and refreshing recipe for our warm spring and…
Posted 4 years ago
Menopause Relief Without Hormones
Menopause is a normal transition in a woman’s menstrual life that can be associated with a whole list…
Posted 4 years ago
Understanding Insurance Coverage
Facing cancer treatment is an overwhelming and tolling process, to say the very least. Understanding insurance coverage can…
Posted 5 years ago
Summer Shrimp and Pineapple Stir-fry
Summer Shrimp and Pineapple Stir-fry Stir-fries are quick, versatile, and pack a variety of flavors and textures into…
Posted 5 years ago
Fun Summer Mocktails
What better way to beat the heat than with a delicious and refreshing fun summer mocktails. Mocktails can…
Posted 5 years ago
How To Pick Quality Supplements
Walking down the supplement aisle in the grocery or health food store can be an overwhelming experience for…
Posted 5 years ago
Spa Treatments At Home
Spa Treatments at Home! OK, this is your “me” time so no significant other, children, dog, or…