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How to survive the holidays with cancer
Researchers and patients offer tips on getting through the season after a diagnosis

The ‘cancer Olympics’: Why envy, rivalry exist among some patients
Survivors often compare their cancers — a normal yet potentially unhealthy exercise, experts say

About half with cancer face a religious struggle; a patient, chaplain and grieving mom reveal how cancer reshaped their views
About half of those with cancer face a religious struggle; a patient, chaplain and grieving mom reveal how cancer reshaped their views

When cancer is a side effect of cancer
Childhood cancer survivors twice as likely to be diagnosed with a second cancer after 40, study finds

A little known side effect with a huge impact
Lymphedema affects millions of cancer patients, yet many don’t know their risk and treatment is not always covered

When diseases collide: Less than half of cancer survivors have been tested for HIV
Not knowing HIV status can affect treatment and prognosis of two debilitating conditions, finds CDC study of adults younger than 65

Few breast cancer survivors maintain adequate physical activity despite benefits
Study shows sharp drop in activity 10 years after diagnosis

SCCA survival rates top most cancer programs nationwide
According to data compiled by the National Cancer Data Base, survival rates among patients treated for eight types of cancer top other programs accredited by Commission on Cancer

Study finds strength-focused, community based exercise programs are safe and effective for cancer survivors
Former patients who get moving benefit their minds and bodies

SCCA celebrates 10 years, thousands of lives saved
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance’s anniversary website, community lectures and promotional campaign highlight decade of turning cancer patients into cancer survivors

Ten New Year's resolutions for cancer survivors
Survivorship programs offer resources and research for staying healthy in the new year

10 tips for breast cancer survivors
No. 4 in a weekly series of tips during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Long-term tamoxifen use increases the risk of an aggressive, difficult to treat type of second breast cancer
Study finds a more than four-fold increased risk of ER negative second cancers

YMCA and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center offer free exercise program for cancer survivors
Research shows benefits of exercise after treatment

Lifestyle links to breast cancer
HEAL Study suggests lifestyle changes associated with decreases in insulin may be beneficial for breast-cancer survivors