Healthy living

March 21, 2017

When you’re healthy and having trouble keeping your eyes open in a mid-afternoon meeting, getting an extra hour or two of sleep may be all it takes to renew your energy. When you have cancer, though, rest often isn’t enough.

March 9, 2017

When you don’t get enough sleep, you’re more prone to excessive fatigue and a decrease in cognitive function, especially relating to memory.

March 7, 2017

It’s important to spot the signs of cancer-related depression early so you can keep it from affecting your quality of life, and, possibly, even your treatment outcomes.

March 2, 2017

While eating meat fresh off the grill may sound delicious, a recent study suggests breast cancer survivors may want to avoid large amounts of grilled, barbecued or smoked meats because of the potential health risks.

February 16, 2017

Because malnourished patients may become too sick to continue treatment or may experience slower recovery rates, getting the nutrients you need should be a top priority. A number of tools are available to help.

February 9, 2017

Chemo brain symptoms include lapses in short-term memory, difficulty remembering names and dates and problems concentrating. Research has linked memory issues to certain chemotherapy drugs prescribed to treat many types of breast cancer.

January 10, 2017

Sharing a cancer diagnosis isn’t easy. It is normal to be nervous, especially if you don’t know how your supervisors or co-workers will react. Prepare yourself for a wide range of responses and emotions. By sharing your news, you may find you receive the support and understanding you need to help you get through cancer treatment.

January 5, 2017

Malnutrition doesn’t only occur in underweight individuals. Even an overweight or obese individual who develops a severe illness or experiences a major traumatic event is at risk for malnutrition and frequently needs and benefits from intense nutrition intervention.

December 8, 2016

Many cancer patients spend much of their time traveling to and from appointments, whether by car or by air, and eating healthy often isn’t always top of mind. But healthy snacking on the go doesn’t have to be such a challenge.