By Megan Sewards, RD Wanting to eat healthier is a common goal for most. Whether you want to lose weight, cut down on processed foods, or eat cleaner for disease management or prevention, bottom line is that it takes work and all the support you can get along the way is helpful. Family support is […]
cancer, cancer patient, family meals, healthy eating, los angeles
A healthy diet is a healthy diet, right? Turns out, there are some nuances to healthy eating based on cancer type. Experts have established nutritional guidelines tailored specifically for certain cancer types in order to reduce potential treatment-related side effects while also helping to improve your quality of life chances of better outcomes. For instance, breast […]
cancer, cancer patient, cancer treatment centers of america, diet, los angeles
By Cancer Treatment Centers of America® Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in Phoenix is conducting a clinical trial of an investigational medication for HER2-positive (HER2+) breast cancer. “Patients who have been diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer and whose cancer has spread to other parts of their body may benefit from treatment with HER2-targeted therapies,” […]
breast cancer, cancer, cancer treatment centers of america, clinical trial, her2
Thank you to our wonderful guest, Jennifer M. for sharing this part of her story with us. Once we hear the words that causes our lives to change forever, we can call on all the strength within us but the support of those around us can have a profound affect on our healing. I knew […]
cancer, guest testimonials, los angeles, wespark guests
This article originally appeared in our 2011 newsletter. Matt Nelson was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2010. He wants you to know he wouldn’t have survived without the love, generosity and expertise of the people at weSPARK. Matt lives in Studio City with his wife and two daughters. By Matt Nelson I recently got diagnosed with cancer — that’s […]
cancer, cancer awareness, los angeles, matt nelson, weSPARK
Hello! I am weSPARK’s Communications and Outreach Manager, Jennifer Ortiz and I lead our weekly walking group on Mondays and Fridays. I started our weekly walking group in October 2017 after noticing that we didn’t really have any activities that took place outdoors. I wanted to create something that would combine my love for the […]
cancer, cancer patient, exercise, los angeles, physical activity, walking, walking group
We hear from so many of our guests how important it is to be your own advocate with healthcare. We’re highlighting 3 articles to help you navigate your healthcare journey. From what to know when you’re discharged to managing your medication, we’ve made it easier to take control of your health. Click on the links […]
cancer, cancer treatment centers of america, health, healthcare, los angeles, medication
By Cancer Treatment Centers of America Breast self-exams, Pap smears, PSA screenings, genetic tests, colonoscopies—everywhere you turn, it seems, new recommendations are coming out about screening tests for various cancers, which has many people feeling confused. Should you get screened? If so, why, when and how often? The answers aren’t simple, or always black and white. […]
cancer, cancer screenings, cancer treatment centers of america, los angeles
By Cancer Treatment Centers of America If you’ve received treatment that requires a hospital stay – being discharged may bring about a mixture of emotions. You may be glad you’re able to go back to the comforts of your own home, or you may be nervous about not having your care team readily available. What […]
cancer, cancer patient, cancer treatment centers of america, los angeles
By Jo Pessin Mindfulness is the practice of slowing down and paying attention to the present moment with purpose and without judgement. Here are 5 things about being mindful that I wanted to share with you: Regular mindfulness practice can lead to better memory. MRI research shows that the gray matter in the hippocampus – part of […]
cancer, los angeles, meditation, mindfulness