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Dear friends of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program,

This edition of "Survive and Thrive" focuses on a type of swelling known as lymphedema, an all-too-common side effect in cancer patients and survivors. While it can affect recovery and daily activities, with the help of physical therapy, lymphedema can be effectively managed. Like many after-effects of cancer, education, treatment and self-care are important keys to dealing with lymphedema.

If you're struggling with lymphedema or other concerns, please contact us. We'd love to help connect you with great resources to help you live well and fully.

Wishing you well,

Survivor Profile Dori McInnis is feeling hopeful as she recovers physically and emotionally from breast cancer. Learn more »

Coping with lymphedema

Lymphedema, swelling in a limb or any part of the body due to disruption of the lymphatic system, is a common and potentially dehabilitating occurrence after cancer. But education and treatment can help.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is lymphedema? Who could get it?
Is lymphedema curable?
How do I find a therapist for lymphedema care?
Do I have to wear a compression garment all of the time?
Can I lift weights or exercise when I have lymphedema?
Can lymphedema show up anywhere in my body?
Learn more »

Events and Community Education

Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series at Gilda’s Club Seattle

Please join us at Gilda’s Club throughout the year for the Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series. Each lecture open to the public and dinner will be provided.
Thursday, April 12, 2012, Gilda’s Club Seattle
Late Effects from Cancer
Thursday, May 10, 2012, Gilda’s Club Seattle
Treatment Summaries and Survivorship Care Planning
Learn more, including all lecture topics »

Cancer Survivorship Teleconference Series: Living With, Through and Beyond Cancer

Tuesday, April 24, 2012, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
"Using Mind/Body Techniques to Cope with Stress of Survivorship"
Please join us at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance to participate in this free, informative four-part teleconference workshop.
Learn more, including all seminar topics »

Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness 2012

Saturday, June 2, 2012, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
"Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness" in an annual event designed for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, friends, family and health care professionals. It is designed to provide general education on a variety of the late and long-term effects faced by cancer survivors after treatment is completed.
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Shore Run/Walk 2012

Sunday, June 10, 2012, Seattle
Shore Run/Walk, one of Seattle's most family-friendly and scenic events along Lake Washington, is back again for its 35th year. Proceeds from this year’s Shore Run/Walk will benefit the Survivorship Program.
Join us for a 5K run/walk, 10K run, or Half-Mile Kids Run along Lake Washington.
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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer for C.A.R.E.S. (Cancer and Rehabilitation Equals Success) Study

Struggling with concentration, word and name recall, or keeping track of things? Receive cognitive assessments, build skills, and network with other cancer survivors by joining the University of Washington's Memory Health Study to improve memory and daily functioning in cancer survivors. For questions or more information about the study, please e-mail wellness@u.washington.edu or call (206) 277-1041.

Learn more about the Survivorship Program

For more information on the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program or to arrange an appointment for yourself, a friend or family member, call 1-866-543-4272, email us at survivor@fhcrc.org or visit our website. We hope to hear from you soon.

Questions

To submit comments or questions about the newsletter, or to be added to or deleted from our mailing list, please contact the Survivorship Program at 206-667-2814 or by e-mail at survivor@fhcrc.org.