Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia (CACV)’s Post

If you live in Virginia and are a cancer survivor, cancer caregiver or know someone who is, please consider helping Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia (CACV) to measure and improve the patient experience! You can do this by completing this online survey and/or sharing with someone you know. #VirginiaCancerPlan

We need the help of patients, survivors, and caregivers to change the future of #cancer support. Share your cancer experience by taking the #CancerExperienceRegistry survey at https://ow.ly/5zO850R2pAZ #VirginiaCancerPlan

Do we need to rise of concern? Yes, facts that blows your community #breasthealth! What percentage of #UKwomen will get #breastcancer? How often do women have #breastscreeningUK? What percentage of #breastbiopsies are #cancer in the #UK? How often should women check their #breasts for cancer? Here is your fact check! Visit: https://lnkd.in/gTbrJ_4T

Whether you're newly diagnosed or years into survivorship, NCCS's Self-Advocacy Handbook will equip you with the skills to negotiate, communicate your needs, and access the support you deserve. Download this free resource today: https://lnkd.in/gChar_st #Cancer #CancerSurvivorship #CancerAdvocacy #SelfAdvocacy #EmpoweredPatient

✨ Get back to feeling yourself again. ✨ Hope Women's Cancer Center specializes in the holistic approach of cancer care - physically, mentally and spiritually. One of the ways Hope provides this is to help women look and feel their best with giving them the option to have breast reconstruction at the time of a mastectomy (also known as immediate reconstruction). Learn more about the benefits of having this procedure done by watching the video below. https://bit.ly/3U4Afj6

Today, Feb 4, is world #cancer day. Please take a few minutes to think about those in your life that have been impacted directly or indirectly by cancer. Science has made tremendous progress, but there is still so much more to be done. This is also also a great time to think about self care. Ensure that you are taking the time you need for both your #physicalhealth and #mentalhealth. You are your best advocate. #worldcancerday #selfcare

Feeling hesitant to discuss a diagnosis like cancer with your kids? As parents and caregivers, it's natural to want to shield children from difficult topics. But here's the thing: avoiding these conversations can leave them feeling confused and anxious. That's why, even though it's tough, it's important to open up and talk about it. Check out these invaluable tips for navigating these conversations from Child Life expert, Alexandria Friesen! #grief #cancer #cancerdiagnosis

Let's celebrate progress in #cancer research and treatment, and continue working towards a #cancer-free future. #closethecaregap #spsr #societyofpharmaceuticalsciencesandresearch Follow us on what's app https://lnkd.in/deMyS3e5

Let's celebrate progress in #cancer research and treatment, and continue working towards a #cancer-free future. #closethecaregap #spsr #societyofpharmaceuticalsciencesandresearch Follow us on what's app https://lnkd.in/dsce5Gic

Finding Strength in the Storm: Embracing Empowerment Amidst the Challenges of Cancer. Your journey, your resilience, your power. Read Full blog at https://lnkd.in/dXV4njtj #CancerEmpowerment #StrengthInAdversity #cancerawareness #breastcancer #WorldCancerDay #breastcancer