Events
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Breast Health Equity: Biomarkers and You
Laura Crandon, a breast cancer survivor and Founder and President of Touch4Life will be discussing disparities in breast cancer detection, treatment, and survivorship that exist for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).She will also cover breast cancer testing and the facts you need to get the care you deserve. We hope you will join us for this important talk.
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Utilizing All the Tools in the Toolbox: The Benefits of Naturopathic Medicine in Cancer Care
Dr. Aminah Keats ND, FABNO, Board Certified in Naturopathic Oncology, will provide information and several different strategies that can be implemented utilizing nutrition, herbal medicine, supplementation, and lifestyle factors with the goal of making the internal environment as inhospitable to cancer cells as possible.
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San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Update
Dr. Jeni Sheng, Assistant Professor in the Department of Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, will provide an overview of the latest findings in treatment, and research, from the 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.
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Creativity to Well-being
Patricia Dubroof, Director of Community Relations at Assisting Hands of Potomac will lead this interactive session where we will make art (for all levels) that focuses on improving your sense of Well-Being.
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Having Difficult Conversations
When people are facing a shortened life expectancy Hospice can be there to help. Hospice Care is patient-centered, and it involves mind, body, and spirit. Miriam Rendon-Ponce with Hospice of the Chesapeake will help lead this important discussion. We hope you will join us.
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St. Patrick’s Day Potluck Social
Join us for this year's March Potluck Social! Feel free to share your favorite Pot O’Soup or Irish Stew, or appetizers, rolls, dessert, soda, tea, or whatever favorite recipe you’ve been wanting to share. And if you don’t feel like cooking, no problem, paper goods, sodas, iced tea and water are always a welcome addition!
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Introduction To Cannabis: Understanding The Benefits
We hope you will join us for a presentation on the introduction to cannabis medicine. A Leaf411 nurse will provide education and directional support about the safe use of legal cannabis (marijuana & hemp). Their team of cannabis-trained nurses are passionate about helping people access balanced education about their legal cannabis use and provide answers to your questions.
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Yin & Restorative Yoga for Wellness
This yoga class offers a gentle and nurturing sanctuary. Rooted in the principles of Yin and Restorative Yoga, the class is designed to foster deep relaxation, inner healing and renewal. Through gentle postures, breathwork and mediation, participants are invited to embark on a journey of self-care, compassion and restoration.
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Tuesday Morning Bereavement Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have lost a loved one to cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
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Maintaining Good Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment
Isabella Nelson (Clinical Dietitian Specialist at Johns Hopkins Medicine) will discuss:
strategies to maintain good nutrition while experiencing side effects of cancer treatment.
10 diet and lifestyle recommendations for cancer prevention and/or decreasing risk of cancer recurrence
Commonly asked questions and misconceptions about cancer as it relates to sugar, soy, supplements
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How To Ask For Help: Realizing Your Network Superpower
Dr. Glenna Crooks offers a roadmap to help us understand networks in a new way with emphasis on becoming aware of your connections (and their importance) and clarity about your needs. Please join us for this empowering talk.