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Feb  17

Cancer Videos to Watch

by Jeannine Walston

Cancer care is always evolving. Research continues. Study results present themselves. Oncologists and other cancer providers learn what works and does not work in patients. People with cancer discover more about what they need and how to move through their cancer journey.

To learn some evolving cancer information, these cancer videos are a must-see. Read More


Jan  09

News about Cancer Care for the Whole Physical Body

by Jeannine Walston

Parts vs. whole. What exactly does that mean in physical health? The parts (cells, tissues, organs, matrix, and other components) create the whole environment in your entire body. Think about it. And try to feel into it. Nothing is separate. Everything is connected. Your health includes one whole integrative system in your physical body.

So who treats the entire body in cancer patients? Read More


Dec  01

Tips for the Holiday Season for Cancer Patients and Caregivers

by Jeannine Walston

As we move into the magic, joy, busyness, and stress of the holiday season, based on where they are in their journey, cancer patients and caregivers may feel greater intensity and challenges. What are some tips for cancer patients and caregivers to reduce the stress, better take care of themselves, and enjoy the season? Read More


Oct  26

Five to Thrive Steps to Cancer Prevention

by Jeannine Walston

Do you know about five major areas of your physical health that helps to reduce your cancer risk? A new book Five to Thrive: Your Cutting-Edge Cancer Prevention Plan by Lise N. Alschuler, ND, FABNO, and Karolyn A. Gazella shares five vital, vibrant steps to greater health. Read More


Sep  29

Integrative, Holistic, Complementary and Alternative Cancer Conferences to Attend

by Jeannine Walston

What are some top-notch educational and empowering integrative, holistic, complementary and alternative cancer conferences and events for you or someone you know to consider attending? As someone who attended many cancer conferences since 1998 and for EmbodiWorks the last few years, a brain tumor survivor for over thirteen years, and with lots of professional cancer work, I’ll tell you some of the top conferences and events. Read More


Aug  26

Steps to Learn about a Cancer Diagnosis, Research and Treatments

by Jeannine Walston

People diagnosed with cancer benefit from learning about their disease. Settling into their new health challenge, cancer patients and caregivers become empowered by educating themselves about three major topics: cancer diagnosis, cancer research, and cancer treatments. Read More


Aug  22

Cancer and Exercise with the Rest of the Story

by Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD

Back in the mid 1990's at our small integrated physical therapy clinic/health club we scandalously had members in cancer treatment working out within the limits of their ability. They were reporting positive results despite the accepted "be careful you are fragile" belief systems of the time. How can people rest, recover, and relax when moving through cancer? Read More


Jul  29

Support for Cancer Patients: Reduce Stress and Resource Yourself

by Jeannine Walston

Dealing with cancer no doubt intensifies levels of stress. Fear of uncertainty, physical concern and even discomfort, financial distress, changes in routines, life patterns, relationships, and many other components sometimes push cancer patients and also caregivers to an edge.

What supports cancer patients through their journey? Read More


Jun  28

Holistic Cancer Support through a Healing Environment

by Jeannine Walston

Beautiful colors, textures, art, candles, scents, music, flowers, and other parts of your environment support your healing. While everyone benefits from a healing environment, people with the internal challenge of cancer especially need support with their external surroundings. This includes both cancer patients and caregivers benefiting from holistic cancer support in a healing environment. Hear some perspectives through three inspiring stories about healing environments from people with cancer. Read More


Jun  10

New Study Provides More Evidence Linking Elevated Inflammation to Poorer Cancer Prognosis

by Jeannine Walston

Research has already shown for years that inflammation is associated with cancer. Yes, inflammation in your body. This is different from acute inflammation that develops when you experience a cut or bruise. Compared to those temporary wounds and the body's response, chronic inflammation accumulates over time with persistence. The good news is that healthy habits reduce and even reverse chronic inflammation. You can test your inflammation levels and incorporate optimal lifestyle approaches.

A new study provides informative data about the negative effects of inflammation in women with breast cancer. Read More


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