Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program

Need Help? Call us at 800.877.8077

Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program

Need Help? Call us at 800.877.8077
 
 
 
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Forum Events on Breast Cancer Topics

Our public forums offer the latest information on breast cancer.

Our free educational forums focus on medical, legal, pyscho-social and wellness topics and are facilitated by experts in various fields of practice. Past topics have included new treatment options, legal rights, breast reconstruction, breast cancer and fertility and medical updates. 

All forums are free and open to the public. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required. Please call 516.877.4325 or email breastcancerhotline@adelphi.edu.

Our 2020 forums are sponsored by
The Junior Coalition of the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer and
NYS Department of Health.

Upcoming Forums


 March 17, 2020 Sleep Disturbances Related to Breast Cancer Event When diagnosed with breast cancer, people tend to experience a high prevalence of sleep disruption during treatment and survivorship.

April 6, 2020 Planning for the Future Event Learn how to plan for your financial future.
  

Recent Forums


 December 10, 2019 Life after Breast Cancer: Managing Side Effects Event The relief breast cancer survivors feel upon completion of their treatment is significant. This relief is sometimes coupled with various post-treatment side effects. Our speakers will discuss managing these side effects.

May 28, 2019 Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Cancer Patients Event Potential medical benefits of cannabis and the basis for how cannabis works in the human body.

March 14, 2019 Meditation, Mindfulness and Gong Meditation Event Finding coping mechanisms to help reduce stress and anxiety.

March 13, 2019 Returning to Work After Cancer Event Join our webinar to discuss the challenges of going back to work following cancer.

December 11, 2018 CANCELLED – Balancing Work, Finances and Cancer Forum This presentation will explore the practical and legal issues that sit at the intersection of work and cancer, including deciding whether or not to work during treatment, privacy & disclosure, managing side effects and other challenges in the workplace, tips for job-hunting and job re-entry, and more.

November 27, 2018 Breast Reconstruction – Know Your Options Event Reconstruction after a mastectomy is a significant step towards healing from a breast cancer diagnosis.

May 22, 2018 Genetics and Breast Cancer Event This forum will discuss the history of genetics and it's impact on breast cancer.

April 16, 2018 Environmental Impact on Breast Cancer Event Although genetic risk factors for breast cancer have received much attention from the public and medical communities, the role of the environment is often ignored.

March 20, 2018 Exercise Strategies for Cancer Survivors Garden City Event In addition to providing information about Strength for Life, Ms. Hughes will guide participants in life-enhancing exercises and help improve functional activities.

November 16, 2017 Sexuality and Breast Cancer Event The treatments for breast cancer can have a negative impact on a woman's body image and sexuality. A panel of experts in the medical and behavioral health field will discuss Sexuality and Breast Cancer.
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For further information, please contact:

Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program
p – 516.877.4320
e – breastcancerhotline@adelphi.edu

Support Hotline: 800.877.8077

 
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