The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book


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"Excellent . . . Highly recommended for anyone involved in the fight against breast cancer—patients, doctors, family members, and researchers included.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) Whether you are facing a cancer diagnosis and the challenges of treatment; wish to prevent the disease if you’re at high risk; or are caring for someone going through the experience, this book brings you the most accurate, reliable and up-to-date information available. You’ll discover a story rich in hope, with accounts of women who’ve successfully confronted this difficult disease. The knowledge you’ll gain will help you be a more informed patient or caregiver—in communicating with doctors and selecting among treatment options. In this thorough book, the Mayo Clinic brings you critical knowledge in many key facets of breast cancer. Prevention: What can you do to decrease your risk? While there’s still no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer, several lifestyle factors can be modified to reduce your risk, especially if you are in a high-risk category. Treatment: After diagnosis comes a flurry of questions: Now what? How do I deal with this? Do I have options? What’s my prognosis? The good news is that breast cancer is now considered a highly treatable disease with good results and increasing survival rates. The book reviews the full range of treatment options, and the pros and cons of each. Care and Coping: Life goes on after diagnosis. Doctors share their best options for dealing with emotions, coping with treatment side effects, and considering complementary therapies. A separate chapter offers helpful guidance to the patient’s partner. Living With Hope: It bears repeating: Breast cancer is highly treatable. You have every reason to live with hope. This book offers key support for every woman. “Medically sound . . . An empowering tool that soothes the sting and shock of a cancer diagnosis with up-to-date information and physician-supported advice.” —Kirkus Reviews




The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book


Book Description

From the breast health experts at Mayo Clinic comes a guide to the many aspects of breast cancer—from prevention, to care and coping, to survival, to living with hope. The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book is the trusted resource for anyone wanting reliable information about this dreaded disease. Mayo Clinic set out to provide comprehensive and up-to-date facts in easy-to-understand language. They've succeeded in this handbook for those who've been diagnosed, or for those who want to give sensitive and helpful support to someone with breast cancer. The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book stands out for its tone of companionship, as well as for the many patient stories that appear throughout the book. This straightforward yet approachable resource will empower all who are affected by breast cancer. Here are facts about the disease, but also suggestions and inspiration for working effectively with one's doctors and caregivers. This volume offers solid tools for coping with the many uncertainties and decisions that need to be made when one is diagnosed.




The Journey Beyond Breast Cancer


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Currently, one out of every nine American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some time in her life. Virginia Soffa, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 38, takes a critical look at both conventional and alternative treatments and outlines a strategy to help women take an active role in preventing and treating the disease.




A Champion's Guide To Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer


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A guidebook to survival: “Look no further for stories that will warm your soul, encourage your heart, and give your spirit hope during a stormy season” (Marcia Weider, CEO/founder of Dream University). What could you do with a passport to more time? Who would you be? Where would you go? And who could you serve? Imagine yourself fifteen years from now living your best life—what does that look like to you? In A Champion's Guide to Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer, you’ll find transformative stories of faith, courage, and overcoming. You’ll discover the secret ingredients that have helped others transform challenge and struggle into a journey of perseverance. You’ll learn how a “Springboard Spirit” can help you through the darkest of times and lead you to a fulfilled life. Drawn from the real experiences of eight extraordinary women, these powerful stories have inspired and given hope and encouragement to people around the world. “If you or someone you love is facing cancer—this book is a must! A positive, faith-based look at how to overcome the disease and reclaim your life.” —Randy Gage, New York Times–bestselling author of Risky Is the New Safe




Mayo Clinic Guide to Women's Cancers


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Explores breast and gynecologic cancers, providing information on risk factors, prevention strategies, early detection, and treatments, coupled with personal stories from women who have faced cancer.




Your Journey Beyond Breast Cancer


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"You have breast cancer." These words begin a life-altering journey to live with and beyond cancer. You've experienced a myriad of emotions and have ongoing questions and concerns. In Your Journey beyond Breast Cancer, author Dr. Louise B. Lubin offers an interactive, how-to guide for women at any milepost on their breast cancer journey. She offers practical tools to manage uncertainty and loss, relationship changes, the importance of living in the present, and directly facing mortality, as well as how to find your inner strength and resiliency. Each of these challenges is addressed with specific tools to increase knowledge of your body and how to care for it, identify how the power of your mind and thoughts can work for you, and embrace the wisdom of your spirit to find balance and wholeness. Dr. Lubin, a clinical psychologist with forty years of experience, presents these life skills recognizing that each woman is a unique individual and not just a statistic. This integrative whole-person approach is the necessary path to find a healing balance and wholeness for your life with and beyond cancer.




Healing Horizons


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Healing Horizons: A Guide to Conquering Breast Cancer" is a compassionate and empowering resource that navigates the complex landscape of breast cancer with resilience and hope. This comprehensive guide provides a roadmap for individuals facing the challenges of a breast cancer diagnosis, offering both medical insights and holistic approaches to support the journey towards healing.The book begins by demystifying the medical aspects of breast cancer, presenting the latest advancements in diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of early detection. It guides readers through the intricacies of various treatment modalities, from surgery and chemotherapy to radiation therapy and hormonal treatments, providing a clear understanding of the choices available. Beyond the medical realm, "Healing Horizons" delves into the emotional and psychological dimensions of a breast cancer diagnosis. With heartfelt narratives and real-life experiences, the book addresses the impact on mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. Practical advice on coping mechanisms, communication strategies with loved ones, and accessing emotional support networks is interwoven throughout, fostering resilience and emotional healing. One distinctive feature of this guide is its emphasis on holistic healing modalities. Recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, the authors explore complementary therapies such as yoga, meditation, and nutrition. The book provides practical tips on integrating these practices into daily life, fostering a holistic approach to healing that complements conventional medical treatments. "Healing Horizons" goes further by exploring the significance of a healthy lifestyle during and after cancer treatment. From nutrition and exercise to stress management and sleep hygiene, the guide empowers readers to take an active role in their recovery, promoting overall wellness beyond the scope of medical interventions. The book also features inspiring stories of survivors who have triumphed over breast cancer, offering a beacon of hope to those currently navigating the challenging journey. Their experiences, coupled with expert advice, create a tapestry of resilience, illustrating that conquering breast cancer is not just about surviving but thriving beyond the diagnosis. Navigating the complexities of breast cancer can be overwhelming, but "Healing Horizons" serves as a steadfast companion, providing information, guidance, and inspiration. Whether you're a patient, a caregiver, or a healthcare professional, this book is a valuable resource that not only educates but also uplifts, fostering a sense of empowerment and resilience in the face of adversity. In essence, "Healing Horizons" is a beacon of knowledge and support, guiding individuals affected by breast cancer towards a path of healing, hope, and renewed vitality. It stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the possibilities that emerge when combining medical expertise with holistic approaches on the journey to conquer breast cancer.




Looking Well Beyond Breast Cancer


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Beyond breast cancer is where so many of us are who have been impacted by this disease. This has happened partly because we learn more about ourselves and are not afraid to take the power to make life saving decisions for ourselves. I chose the word 'beyond' with emphasis on describing how to arrive at or get to the further side of a diagnosis. I have had the opportunity to meet amazing Doctors. Many choose the profession looking to do the greatest good but we must always remember they too are imperfect. Doctors are practicing medicine but we are the experts of our bodies and have the most knowledge about ourselves. With this understanding, we can look well beyond the time point of a diagnosis of breast cancer. One of the greatest keys to looking well beyond breast cancer or any situation that tried to hinder you from walking into your destiny is to remember that we were amazing creations made by God. We are fashioned in His image and each one of us is uniquely special. If you don't already know yourself and your purpose and what you are to be while here on earth, take time to quietly reflect and consider your life. We are so much more than our physical bodies designed to live well beyond breast cancer. .




Be Fruitful


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From an internationally recognized integrative physician, a thorough guide to fertility that encompasses all aspects of female well-being to help women prepare their bodies for easy conception, pregnancy, and the delivery of healthy babies. The increase in environmental toxins, processed foods, and stress, as well as the advancing ages at which couples seek to have children, have made it more difficult for women to conceive. In Be Fruitful, Dr. Victoria Maizes, an expert on women’s health and the executive director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, delivers all the information women and their partners need in order to conceive with ease and confidence, and to bear healthy children. Warm, friendly, and hands-on, Be Fruitful offers a comprehensive self-assessment to help identify any potential physical, emotional, and practical roadblocks that may interfere with conception, as well as clear and easy-to-follow dietary, supplemental, and exercise recommendations proven to increase optimal fertility. Dr. Maizes details how nutrition, mind-body practices, elimination of environmental toxins, and traditional Chinese medicine can all contribute to a successful pregnancy. Unique in its integrative approach, Be Fruitful acknowledges that wellness comes from caring for the entire person—not just the physical body—a crucial factor for the countless women trying to conceive and committed to transforming their overall health.