A growing number of women who have undergone mastectomy are electing to undergo breast reconstruction. But despite the increasing popularity of the procedure, there are some women who feel that it is not right for them or who simply do not want to go under the knife a second time around. Other women may have […]
Archives for October 2016
Recovering Comfortably with the Help of Breast Cancer Bras and Prosthesis
After going through chemotherapy or surgery for breast cancer (and experiencing all the major decision-making in between), a woman can feel somewhat unsure and confused about the lifestyle they will be able to lead moving forward. Getting treated for the disease means that significant changes have taken place in the body, and these changes create […]
6 Reasons Why Custom Compression Stockings Are Better Investments for Health and Recovery
While there’s an abundance of compression hosiery on the market (popular sporting brands even have their own line), medical professionals strongly advise people with health woes who have been advised to wear them (such as diabetics) to opt for custom compression stockings instead. Here are the reasons why: 1. Individual Needs Not all patients are […]
Actor Kathy Bates’ Battle With Lymphedema After Breast Cancer
Actor Kathy Bates, on the tv show The Doctors, discusses her battle with Lymphedema after having breast cancer. After her double mastectomy she developed lymphedema. She witnessed someone with advanced lymphedema that hadn’t taken care of it properly. This motivated her to become informed about it and have it treated properly. She discusses wearing her […]
Breast Cancer Charity Events In Maryland October – December 2016
Here is a list of breast cancer charity events that are happening in Maryland from October – December 2016: October 15, 2016 Event: Making Strides of Western Maryland Location: Canal Place Festival Grounds, Cumberland Maryland For information: Click Here October 16, 2016 Event: Lifeline 100 (Cycling event) Location: Kinder Farm Park, Millersville Maryland For Information: […]
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