If you are an AYA patient with cancer, your care needs are likely unique. Michigan Medicine’s AYA Onc Program is here to be a resource for you.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Most couples experience changes in the relationship when one person has cancer. These can include changes in roles and responsibilities, sexual health, intimacy, parenting, and plans for the future.
Here's some tips on how to manage relationships: cancer.net/navigating-cancer…
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We want to introduce a new member of our social media team and the AYA Oncology Program! Meiyan is a Masters's student at the University of Michigan School of Social Work in the program evaluation She will be working on various projects for the program.
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Expect Miracles Foundation grants provide assistance for essential living expenses such as rent or mortgage supplementation, car payments, continuing education, fertility storage, and reconstructive procedures.
For more information and application: expectmiraclesfoundation.org…
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Treatment for cancer is complex, and managing all of the different aspects of treatment can be stressful. Cancer.Net has information for you to help make the time you spend with your doctors more beneficial and productive. Check it out at: cancer.net/navigating-cancer…
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Looking to join a camp this summer?
Camp Koru is a free outdoor adventure camp that helps young adult cancer survivors find healing and renewal beyond cancer. To learn more or join visit: projectkoru.org/camp-koru
#DYK #campkoru @projectkoru
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#DidYouKnow Play it Back Songs is a music program powered by @teencanceramerica that immerses AYA cancer patients and survivors into the world of music creation. Check them out at: teencanceramerica.org/play-i…
#TeenCancerAmerica #PlayItBackSongs
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#DidYouKnow January is cervical cancer awareness month? Three important things: Get informed. Get screened. Get vaccinated.
Learn more at: emro.who.int/noncommunicable…
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Check out these lovely art pieces and learn about the stories that inspired them.
@twistoutcancer #brusheswithcancer #dyk
twistoutcancer.org/brushes/m…
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#Didyouknow @stupidcancer has useful tips on nutrition, exercise, managing side effects, and survivorship care planning & long term survivorship. Check them out at: stupidcancer.org/physical-he…
It can be difficult to talk about a cancer diagnosis with your children. This podcast from @CancerCare provides some tips to navigate those conversations. Check out the link to learn more: cancercare.org/connect_works…
It's holiday season!
We recognize dealing with a serious illness can be difficult during holidays. @AmericanCancer provides some resources that may help. Check out the link to learn more: cancer.org/latest-news/handl…
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#DYK @stupidcancer has great meetups happening in December? Check their calendar out at: stupidcancer.org/events/mont…
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#Didyouknow November is National Marrow Awareness Month? This month we honor those who donate marrow 💛and encourage people to volunteer to donate. @bethematch has lots of resources for patients, donors and supporters! You can check them out at bethematch.org
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#DYK @cbtf_org has some amazing support groups and opportunities in November? Check out the link for more information: childrensbraintumorfoundatio…
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November is home care and hospice month! We are honoring nurses, home care aides, therapists, and social workers who provide home care and hospice for the patients and the families they serve. Learn more by visiting: nahc.org/consumers-informati…
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November is National Family Caregivers Month! We recognize that it can be challenging to care for a loved one with cancer. Some tips from @CDC_Cancer may help! Check out the link to learn more about it: blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/2020/11…
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Did you know that AYAs are songwriting and producing with the Play It Back music program?
Check out the link to learn more: teencanceramerica.org/play-i…
We are excited to share this article about two amazing AYAs, Olivia and Ethan! Check out the link to learn more about their stories: cmich.edu/news/details/fight…
