The diagnosis of cancer can have an immense impact on the psychological aspect of one’s life. Patients may experience fear, stress, anxiety, anger and disbelief as they learn to adapt and cope with their cancer.
Rebuilding muscular mass can help improve bone density, minimise muscle loss and increase ability to partake fully in daily activities.
BY CATHERINE NGUYEN Walking is one of the easiest and most enjoyable forms of exercise. It costs nothing but can help you physically and mentally during your cancer journey. According
Kim Gilbert founded the Red Sky Ride after being disappointed with the lack of support in the medical system when his niece, Carys, was diagnosed with cancer.
Read his empowering story on what it took to create the ride.
BY GEMMA CROTTY Cancer-related fatigue can be extremely burdensome for cancer patients and even cancer survivors, years beyond treatment. This feeling of weariness differs from standard tiredness as it does
Written by Jesse Chandler As we know, Chemotherapy is a common and often essential form of treatment that is prescribed for those with cancer. Unfortunately, Chemotherapy comes with its fair
Together with the Town of Cottesloe, we are thrilled to be hosting the Wellness Wonder Fair, part of the amazing initiative that is the Garage Sale Trail. There’s something for
Congratulations to our Christmas Raffle Winner! Cancer Support WA is pleased to announce the winning raffle ticket for our recent Christmas Raffle was Ticket Number: 029238. Long time supporters of
Dear Valued SolarisCare and Cancer Support WA Members and Supporters, On behalf of the Boards of SolarisCare Foundation and Cancer Support WA, we are pleased to announce that our two
Traditionally cancer patients with bone metastases are told to avoid physical activity, due to concerns of fragility fracture. Contrary to popular belief, recent studies are showing traditional recommendations may not
Keeping active can reduce recovery time and improve physical health after cancer treatment. Following treatment individuals can exhibit significant physical deconditioning and psychological distress.1, 3 Undertaking or continuing exercise after
