What to Expect with a Cancer Diagnosis

From Karen Whitehead,  MS, LCSW,  CCH and TurningPoint’s support group facilitator: People often ask if their feelings are normal.  There seems to be some general assumption that there is a prescribed reaction that you “should” have when faced with the life-altering diagnosis of cancer.  Given the range of human emotions and personal experiences, any number […]

I Wish I Had Known: A Message from Dana Barrett

Dear TurningPoint Community – Some of you may know me as the emcee of The Pink Affair, and maybe you’ve heard me say a word or two about my own breast cancer battle at the mic on those inspiring and important evenings.  But while it is an honor to be a part of the TurningPoint […]

Evidence Update: Benefits of Physical Activity

To be physically active or not to be physically active? For the cancer patient or survivor this can be a recurring question. The American Cancer Society (ACS) suggests that adults receive 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity each week. But what can the cancer patient or survivor expect from […]

Patient Perspective: Cari

My Breast Cancer Diagnosis hit hard and fast. I had to make a lot of decisions and make them quick.   I was overwhelmed and I know my family felt the same way.  I did as much research as I could, exploring every option possible on what treatment plans were best for me.  Before my […]