Virtual Hangouts
Join us on Zoom each month to connect with members of the Unite for HER community and learn something new!
March Virtual Hangout: Acupuncture
Dr. Lynnae Schwartz demonstrates a typical acupuncture session and answers questions about the benefits and uses for acupuncture.
DISCLAIMER: If you are in active or ongoing cancer treatment, or have recently had surgery, please check with your physician or surgeon first before starting acupuncture.
February Virtual Hangout: Black History Month Feature on Mindfulness
We celebrate this Black History Month with outstanding wellness providers Rana Walker and Kevin Hubbard as they lead demonstrations about mindfulness, centering through yoga, counseling, and ecotherapy.
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February Virtual Hangout: Dating and Breast Cancer
Dr. Sabitha Pillai-Friedman joins to discuss dating with a breast cancer diagnosis and the relationship dynamic with existing partners or new partners.
January Virtual Hangout: Plantuary Edition
Erica Saunders joins us for a presentation on The Story of BRENDA from a local organization with a focus on Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Plus, a plant-fueled cooking demo from our Registered Dietician, Aubrey.
December Virtual Hangout: Art Therapy
Jacqueline Carmody from Twist Out Cancer joins to lead a therapeutic art workshop in collage building, plus Erin Pellegrin, RD shows us how to make delicious, holiday mocktails.
November Virtual Hangout: Potty Talk
Erin Pellegrin, RD talks about how to manage lower GI side effects and Sarah Murphy talks about the relationship between our brain and gut, and provide techniques for calming our anxiety/stress to help ease GI distress.
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November Virtual Hangout: Coping with Cancer Emotions with Cynthia Hayes
Join Cynthia Hayes as she discusses the emotions involved in cancer diagnoses and how to cope. Plus cozy, warm drink recipes with Erin Pellegrin, RD.
Octubre Quedada Virtuale: 305 PINK Pack y Revital Cancer Rehab
Únase a nosotras en una discusión sobre el trabajo después del tratamiento. Una experta de Cáncer y Carreras nos brindará consejos para la vuelta al trabajo. También una fisioterapeuta de ReVital Cancer Rehab nos ensenará a manejar el linfedema. — Patrocinadores educativos de Unite for HER: Patrocinador presentador: West Patrocinaoes de apoyo: Daiichi Sankyo, Merck, y Seagen
September Virtual Hangout: Pet Therapy with Patricia Goldsmith
Join Patricia Goldsmith and some furry friends to discuss the benefits of pet therapy, how to train your pet as a registered therapy guide, and pet assistance for those in treatment. Plus, learn to make some healthy, homemade pet treats for your four-legged friend with , Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN, Director of Nutrition.