About Breast Cancer: Celebrating Supporters and Co-Survivors

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer It takes a team to survive treatment for breast cancer. There are times when we need each other to smooth the road, to make it through the day, and to sort out our challenges. A good caregiver and supporter makes a positive difference! A Cancer Caregiver Tells His Story Cindy Harris has beat cancer twice - two different types of cancer - and she had an excellent caregiver to carry her through. He wasn't trained or certified or even experienced at caring for cancer patients, but he proved to be a very fast learner. Rob Harris, her husband, wrote their story in his book, "We're In This Together." See More About:  caregiving  chemotherapy  radiation Supporting a Partner with Breast Cancer Breast cancer affects not only the patient but everyone in her immediate circle of family and friends -- especially her partner. A partner's support is irreplaceable during the challenges of such a devastating diagnosis. Here are some practical tips. See More About:  intimacy  support groups  breast cancer support Volunteering to Fight Breast Cancer All Year Long If you're not a hands-on caregiver, there are still many ways to help. Look around for volunteer opportunities - these go on all year - and make a difference to many lives! See More About:  breast cancer survivor  volunteers  breast cancer support When Friends Don't Show Up It's a strange fact, but sometimes people just don't know how to help you get through cancer treatments, or they are afraid. Some folks have a prejudice against cancer and may blame the patient for their predicament. You may have to reach out to bring them back into your life, or you may have to move on. Here's some ideas and explanations. See More About:  breast cancer treatment  emotions  breast cancer support Breast Cancer Ads Breast Cancer Month Prostate Cancer Cancer Treatment Lung Cancer Survival Cancer Diet Featured Articles Treatment Options for Breast Cancer Support and Resources - During and After Treatment Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary Breast Cancer Basics - Definition, Types, Survival Statistics   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What is Breast Cancer? Symptoms of Breast Cancer Diagnosis of Breast Cancer Treatments for Breast Cancer Preventing Breast Cancer   Follow me on: Advertisement