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Lymphedema
second article in the series by Gail Pekelis, MA, PT, CLT
Lymphedema, as previously stated, is a swelling
of a body part from the abnormal accumulation of protein rich edema fluid in
the affected area. In post breast
cancer, lymphedema can develop in the affected arm. If lymph nodes are removed, there is an
increased risk of developing lymphedema.
This 2nd article on lymphedema will present
current assessment and treatment options for lymphedema.
Read the article
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Greetings!
Twice a year, I get my mammogram, and June is the month. Even though I'm a 5-year survivor, getting the mammogram produces a lot of anxiety. I'm fine throughout the procedure, although a little edgy with the technician, and then usually break down when I'm in the car on my way home. I've learned to baby myself when I get home too. If I feel like napping, I'll do it. Will it ever get any easier? As the years go by and treatment gets further and further away, I feel more energetic and alive, but I think the mammo anxiety will always be with me. It's a part of the "new" normal that goes along with being a survivor.  In May, Pink-Link participated in the Revlon Run/Walk in Los Angeles. What a fantastic experience it was! We were part of 50,000 people walking in support of breast cancer! I want to thank FlatterMe which generously donated their Leg Pocket for all of our participants. I hope you're feeling well and empowered! Have a wonderful month!
Sincerely,
Victoria Tashman
Pink-Link
310-995-5204
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 A Pink-Linker survivor friend of mine emailed me this phrase, which I love! I want to share it with you. Enjoy! May
today there be peace within.
May
you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May
you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and
others.
May
you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been
given to you.
May
you be content with yourself just the way you are.
Let
this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow you the freedom to sing, dance
and love.
It
is there for each and every one of us. |
As a long-time
Susan G. Komen for the CureŽ partner, New Balance is committed to supporting the
mission of Komen for the CureŽ and raising funds through corporate and consumer
donations. 2009 marks the company's 20th year as a proud sponsor of Susan G.
Komen for the CureŽ. New Balance will celebrate this anniversary with the
introduction of a pink special edition New Balance 993 running shoe and an
expected $1 million donation to Susan G. Komen for the CureŽ from the proceeds
of the Lace Up for the CureŽ collection. The fall 2009 New Balance Lace Up for
the CureŽ footwear, apparel and accessories collection includes the WR769KM
running shoe. The WR769KM, the official shoe of the Race for the CureŽ, is a
performance running shoe designed to provide a stable, cushioned ride. Each shoe
in the collection features the Susan G. Komen for the CureŽ pink ribbon logo and
an insert with a repeating pattern of the ribbon. For more information about
this partnership, visit www.newbalance.com/komen.
New Balance has generously donated 5 new pairs of shoes to Pink-Link! I love New Balance! I've been wearing them to play tennis for the past 13 years! They fit my feet perfectly and last a long time. In order to win a pair of shoes, please reply to this email with the answer to the following question. Because there is no wrong answer, in order to determine the winners, the names will be put into a bowl and 5 winners will be drawn. The winners will be contacted at the beginning of July. As the shoes will be mailed directly by New Balance, you will need to provide your shoe size and mailing address.
Here's the question: Please tell us what changes you have
made in your lifestyle to include healthy eating and
staying active.
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 CURE Magazine has published an article about treatment updates detailed at the Miami Breast Cancer Conference. Written by Debu Tripathy, MD, you can read about various treatment options presented at the Miami Breast Cancer Conference held in March. Click here to read the article |
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In our April edition, the phone number for the National Cancer Institute was wrong. The correct phone number is 866-820-4505, option #8.
The Power of Positive Pinking and Pink-Link is not affiliated at all with the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition's Pink Link newsletter.
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