Rice County Breast Cancer Awareness 2018

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Breast Cancer Awareness RICE COUNTY

 Breast cancer survival rates soar  Screen out mammogram myths to stay healthy  And more

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Providing a different kind of hope through Hospice

BY Kristin Sjolie, St. Croix Hospice Care Transition Coordinator When the focus of breast cancer treatment changes from curative care to comfort care, hospice is available to provide hope for the end of life journey. Living end of life to the fullest is what hospice is all about. Hospice enables the patient to live life to the full- Sjolie est, their way, all the way to the end.

“This support allows the ability to manage physical, social and spiritual issues in a very concise and efficient way,” Dr. Andrew Mayo, Mayo St. Croix Hospice’s Chief Medical Officer said.

“Being involved in hospice provides efficiencies in care

that otherwise can be difficult. It streamlines the care model and tailors if to the patient and family, he said.”

The person, not the disease is treated, with the focus on care, not cure.

Hospice affirms life and regards dying as a normal process.

Care is provided wherever a person calls home, including the patient’s or a relative’s home, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and hospice homes.

St. Croix Hospice even provided care at a campground where the patient spent summers living in their camper.

Hospice is a Medicare benefit with no cost to the patient.

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Hospice care is available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“My perspective of how hospice can help became more personal in October of 2016, when I was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer, stage 3,” Terry Roessler, a St. Croix Hospice Chaplain for the Mankato Branch said. “I had been working as a hospice chaplain, so was aware of the seriousness of my situation. I took a year of medical leave from my job for my treatment. I know that treatment, even if successful, sometimes comes with significant and lingering side effects and sometimes relapses.

As I navigated the uncertainty of my life, I found inspira-

tion from the patients I had visited while with a hospice team, she said.”

“I focused on the phrase, ‘Healing is more than cure.’

I asked myself, what does a good day look like? Where is there hope? What experiences provide strength,” Roessler said.

Eleven months post treatment, Roessler has returned to work as a hospice chaplain. “I am more attentive to the people I visit who are on hospice services,” she said. “I don’t hurry. We laugh.

I listen and validate life stories as treasures. I more closely see the sacred in everyday events.”

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What to expect before and after mastectomy surgery (Metro) Mastectomy is a treatment for women diagnosed with breast cancer or those who are genetically predisposed to cancer. The removal of one or both breasts, mastectomy surgery may involve removing just the breast tissue or, in some cases, the lymph nodes as well.

Data from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality says their analysis points to a 36 percent increase of both single and double mastectomies between the period of 2005 and 2013, the most recent year for data.

Women on the precipice of mastectomy surgery will naturally have many questions concerning the procedure and projected recovery.

The process of recovering is different for everyone, and not all mastectomies are the same. The following is a general idea of what patients can expect before and after mastectomy surgery.

Before surgery

A mastectomy is performed under general anesthesia, advises the nonprofit group Susan G. Komen.

Therefore, patients should expect to undergo routine physical exams and may require a surgical pre-clearance from a doctor and the surgical hospital or center. Blood tests and an EKG may be ordered as well.

Prior to surgery, patients can begin making plans for childcare, meal preparation, shopping, work requirements, and more. As mastectomy is an invasive procedure, patients may experience pain and fatigue after surgery.

Having various plans in play well before the surgery date can relieve some stress and help patients focus on their recoveries.

Purchase comfortable clothing that will be loose around the arms and chest.

Zip-up tops or those with front buttons afford easy access. Some women also opt to get fitted for post-op gar-

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• About 5-10% of breast cancers can be linked to gene mutations inherited from one’s mother or father.

ments, including a lymphedema sleeve. Lymphedema is a swelling of the area, and it is a common side effect. It is helpful to be prepared before such items are needed.

After surgery Mastectomy surgeries typically last between two and three hours. Some may last longer if reconstruction is performed at the same time.

Patients will be admitted to a hospital stay for a day or two and moved to a recovery room, and will need to be driven home upon discharge.

Expect to be bandaged and possibly have a surgical drain at the wound site. The nonprofit resource Breastcancer. org says the drain usually remains in place one to two weeks after surgery. Fluid will have to be emptied from the detachable drain bulb a few times per day. Sutures that are dissolvable will not require removal.

Patients should follow the recovery plans outlined

by their doctors. Rest is most org. important during this time, so do not overdo exercise or other activities, although some movements to relieve shoulder stiffness may be advised.

Pain, numbness, itching, and myriad other symptoms may occur. Take pain medications only as needed and directed.

Weakness is expected in the arms and shoulders. Ask for help lifting, moving or picking up items.

Emotional side effects can be just as profound as physical ones. Fear of the cancer, body image issues and a sense of loss can occur. Having a strong support team can help, as can speaking with a professional counselor.

It can take several weeks to start feeling like oneself again after mastectomy surgery. Women should not hold themselves up to anyone else’s standards and be patient and hopeful because this challenging time is temporary.

Learn more at Breastcancer. Learn about what is involved after a mastectomy surgery and how to prepare beforehand.

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How to juggle work and breast cancer treatment

(Metro) Age is a risk factor for breast cancer, as the organization Susan G. Komen notes that the older a woman is, the more likely she is to get breast cancer. However, data from the National Cancer Institute indicates that breast cancer rates in women begin to increase after age 40, meaning many women diagnosed with breast cancer have to juggle both their disease and their careers.

The nonprofit organization Breastcancer.org says that breast cancer treatments can produce some cognitive side effects that affect thinking and memory. Memory loss and difficulty concentrating are two such side effects that can make it difficult for working women to do their jobs while being treated for breast cancer.

Professional women diagnosed with breast cancer may be able to take advantage of short- and long-term disability programs that provide a percentage of their incomes if they are diagnosed with an illness that prevents them from doing their jobs. In addition, Breastcancer.org notes that, in the United States, the

Family and Medical Leave Act allows employees to maintain their benefits and keep their jobs while taking up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to heal from serious health conditions.

Despite those options, many women may want to continue working while receiving treatment for breast cancer. Such women can heed the following tips, courtesy of Breastcancer.org, to overcome any cognitive effects of treatment so they can continue to perform their jobs capably.

• Start taking notes. Start taking notes during meetings, important work-related conversations and even doctor’s appointments to counter any issues with memory.

Keep such notes on a tablet or smartphone so they can be quickly and easily accessed throughout the day.

• Write down deadlines and work schedules. Accomplished professionals may keep lists of deadlines and work schedules in their heads, but that internal list might not be so reliable while women are being treated for breast cancer. Make use

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of the calendar function on your smartphone or tablet to note deadlines, even setting alerts so you receive routine reminders when important dates are coming up.

• Make and routinely update a to-do list. Some professional women diagnosed with breast cancer may be juggling work, treatment and their families. Keeping a todo list and checking items off as they’re completed can help women effectively manage such juggling acts and save time.

• Set realistic goals.

Breast cancer treatment can produce a host of side effects, including fatigue. So women who plan to continue working during treatment should be sure to set realistic goals that take into account the effects that treatment may have on their energy levels. If need be, delegate more tasks and ask for more help.

Many women continue working while being treated for breast cancer. A few simple adjustments can help such women overcome many treatment-related obstacles.

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Breast Cancer affects mothers, daughters and friends from all walks of life. Help in the ongoing fight against breast cancer by scheduling a mammogram for yourself today! Also, encourage others you know to do the same.

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Breast cancer survival rates soar

(Metro) A breast cancer diagnosis can be a devastating blow. Upon receiving such a diagnosis, people may begin to ask questions about treatment and the impact cancer may have on their personal lives. Many people who are diagnosed with cancer also begin to wonder about their mortality.

An estimated 266,120 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 63,960 new cases of non-invasive, or in situ, breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed among women in the United States this year, according to Breastcancer. org. According to the latest statistics presented by the Canadian Breast Cancer foundation, 26,300 women and 230 men had been diagnosed with breast cancer in Canada in 2017.

The good news is that breast cancer incidence rates began decreasing in 2000 after increasing for the previous two decades. In addition, death rates from breast cancer have been decreasingly steadily since 1989.

The National Cancer Institute says that the change in age-adjusted mortality rates are an indicator of the progress being made in the fight against breast cancer. The most recent SEER Cancer Statistics Review released in April 2018 indicates cancer death rates among women decreased by 1.4 percent per year between the years of 2006 and 2015. The American Cancer Society says that decreasing death rates among major cancer types, including prostate, colorectal, lung, and breast cancers, are driving the overall shift in survival.

The ACS says breast cancer death rates among women declined by 39 percent from 1989 to 2015. That progress is attributed to improvements in early detection and treatment protocols. For anyone doing the math, over the last 25 years or so, 322,000 lives have been saved from breast cancer.

A similar scenario has unfolded in Canada. Breast cancer mortality rates in Canada recently decreased to

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Screen out mammogram myths to stay healthy (Metro) Breast cancer is one of the leading cancers afflicting women worldwide.

According to BreastCancer. org, in 2018, an estimated 266,120 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 63,960 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the United States.

Women want to do whatever possible to avoid breast cancer or detect it early. Mammograms have long been an important tool in women’s fight against breast cancer. But for as long as mammograms have been recommended, myths have prevailed concerning the procedure and its benefits and risks. Learning to distinguish between mammogram myths and facts can help women recognize the importance of these effective screenings.

aggressive treatment and a higher rate of survival.

MYTH: I’m too young for a mammogram.

FACT: A yearly mammogram is recommended for women age 40 and older to help detect breast cancer early. This may lead to less

MY TH:Mammograms are ineffective.

FACT: According to British Columbia Cancer Screening, mammograms are the gold standard for detecting breast cancer early. Mammo-

MYTH: Mammograms are the only imaging tools.

FACT: Breast MRI, breast ultrasound, and newer 3-D breast mammography are alternative imaging methods that can help obtain different views of breast tissue, particularly for women with dense breasts.

MYTH: I don’t need an annual mammogram because I have no symptoms or family history.

FACT: The American College of Radiology recommends annual screening mammograms regardless of symptoms or family history.

Early-stage breast cancers may not exhibit symptoms.

Women whose breast cancer is caught in its earliest stages have a five-year survival rate of 99 percent.

MYTH: I can’t get a mammogram without a prescription.

FACT: In many cases, women do not need a doctor’s order or prescription to get a screening mammogram.

Individuals can self-refer for an annual appointment.

MYTH: I have breast implants so I can’t get screened.

FACT: Women with breast implants can still have regular mammograms. Special positioning and additional images may be needed, but the procedure is possible.

FACT: Mammogram grams may detect breast cancer two to three years before a screenings are not perfect woman or a health care pro- and are just one tool in helpvider can feel lumps. ing to detect cancer. Age or breast density can influence MYTH: Mammograms the appearance of breast tisare foolproof. sue on mammograms. It’s

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Can diet prevent breast cancer from spreading?

(Metro) Healthy diets that include plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables that can boost the body’s natural immune system can help people in their fight against cancer. While some foods, namely unhealthy, high-fat/high-caloric foods, are best avoided, women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer who want to prevent the spread of cancer to other areas of their bodies may want to cut some surprising foods from their diets.

Preliminary research now suggests limiting the consumption of asparagine,

an amino acid, to dramatically reduce the ability of cancer to spread to other parts of the body. A study published in the journal Nature found that reducing asparagine consumption in laboratory mice with triple-negative breast cancer could dramatically reduce the ability of the cancer to travel to distant sites in the body.

Asparagine is found in foods like asparagus, whole grains, soy, seafood, eggs, poultry, beef, legumes, and more. While reducing asparagine will not affect the original breast cancer tumor,

it could stop cancer from showing up elsewhere in the body. Researchers suspect that many women with breast cancer do not lose their lives to the original breast cancer tumor, but instead they succumb to metastases or subsequent growths away from the primary site.

“Our study adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests diet can influence the course of the disease,” said Simon Knott, Ph.D., associate director of the Center for Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics at Cedars-Sinai and one of

Women under 50 have experienced larger decreases in breast cancer which is likely due to treatment advances, earlier detection through screening, and increased awareness.

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two first authors of the study.

The research from this study was conducted at more than a dozen institutions.

Apart from dietary restrictions, metastasis also could be greatly limited by reducing asparagine synthetase using chemotherapy drug Lasparaginase.

More research is needed as to whether similar results can be produced in human trials, making avoiding asparagine currently a helpful but not entirely foolproof method for preventing the spread of breast cancer to other areas of the body.

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