Evidence Update: Emotional & Physical Sexual Health Needs for Women with Cancer
Recent research has shown that female cancer patients/survivors have unmet sexual and vaginal health needs that are not being traditionally met by their doctors and health providers. A study published in Breast Cancer Research and Treatment surveyed women with a history of breast cancer and/or gynecologic cancer and found that 70% were somewhat to very concerned about sexual […]
Evidence Update: Added sugars and new food label
Sugar Sugar Everywhere As discussed in the November Newsletter the new nutrition facts label will be rolling out in 2018. Larger manufacturers have until July 26, 2018 to be compliant with labeling, but you may have noticed the new label already on some of your favorite food items, which is very exciting. The new changes […]
Evidence Update: Benefits of Exercise for Breast Cancer Patients
There is evidence that exercise after the diagnosis of breast cancer improves mortality, morbidity, health related quality of life, fatigue, physical functioning, muscle strength, and emotional wellbeing. Based on scientific data, breast cancer patients should participate in rehabilitation programs including aerobic and strength training. A 2016 meta-analysis study that included 2,659 breast cancer survivors compared […]
TurningPoint Interview on Top Docs Radio
Radio Interview covers organization overview, history and growth of TurningPoint. Top Docs Radio hosted an interview with Founder and Executive Director Jill Binkley. Check out the interview.
