"At the Race, I see so many people with others - this event makes my heart smile. As a breast cancer survivor (and thriver), I know this event is tremendously reinforcing for all who participate."
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Website: http://www.uwhealth.org
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Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used for a variety
of health issues, including pain management, health improvement, nausea, immune and energy
enhancement, stress management and nerve injury. Our acupuncturists are state licensed and
have practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine for many years. In addition, they are trained
in a variety of therapeutic techniques including herbal medicine, body therapy and nutrition.
You must obtain written authorization from your physician for acupuncture treatments.
Phone: 608-263-7936
Breast Care Coordinator, treatment planning, consultations, biopsies,
mammograms. The CareWear Store (608.262.2609) offers full and partial breast prostheses,
bras, swimsuits, jog tops, tank tops and lymphedema sleeves. CareWear also offers products
for women who are receiving ongoing treatment for cancer, such as shampoo, lotion,
nonmetallic deodorant, natural hair eyebrows, headscarves and hats, partial hairpieces,
jewelry and special gifts for loved ones.
Phone: 608.266.6400
Address: 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792
CHESS provides accurate, clear, practical information to help women
make informed decisions and to better cope with issues and questions associated with breast
cancer. Easy to use computer program for women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Phone: 800.361.5481
Cancer genetics risk assessment and counseling for women and men who
have concerns about their personal and/or family history of cancer. Participants are
provided with personalized information regarding genetic influences, specific cancer
risks and targeted screening and prevention options.
Phone: 608.263.2510
Specifically designed to meet the needs of our patients and families.
Staffed by professionals, the Learning Center allows patients and their family members to
learn at their own pace in a comfortable, caring environment. The Learning Center offers
quality information, helping patients and family members get more involved in making
decisions about their health.
Phone: 608.265.3276
The UW Health lymphedema team consists of two occupational therapists
and one physical therapist with advanced training in the treatment of lymphedema. A
patient must have a written prescription for occupational or physical therapy. Once a
referral is received, an appointment is made.
Phone: 608.263.8060
Individual patient consultations and classes are designed to teach
the techniques of relaxation, guided imagery and mindfulness meditation to complement
traditional healthcare. Registration for classes is encouraged several months in advance.
Phone: 608.265.8325
Consults are available free of charge to patients who have questions
or concerns about nutrition. Registered dieticians and nutritionists are available to
consult with patients who are having any problems eating or have food and nutrition
questions.
Email: dlweihof@facstaff.wisc.edu (Donna L. Weihofen, RD, MS)
Phone: 608.263.9128 (Donna L. Weihofen, RD, MS)
The Patient Education Library offers easy to understand brochures, videos, cassette tapes, books and book loan. CancerHelp, an interactive touch-screen computer, can answer many of your cancer questions. The Paul Carbone Library offers computers to access the internet, as well as easy to understand brochures, videos, cassette tapes, DVDs, CD ROMs, books and book loan.
Registered massage therapists evaluate your needs and apply the best
techniques to assist in restoring your body to a balanced state with relaxation massage,
traditional Swedish massage, neuromuscular therapy, cranial sacral therapy, trigger
point therapy and myofascial release.
Phone: 608.263.7936
To improve cancer care by directing patients to services available
at the UW Comprehensive Cancer Center and disseminating up-to-date and accurate
information for health professionals, cancer patients and their families.
Website: http://www.cancer.wisc.edu
Email: uwccc@uwccc.wisc.edu
Phone: 800.622.8922
Komen Madison Affiliate Grant Recipient
Cancer Connect is staffed by skilled oncology nurses and health
educators who provide specific information about the University of Wisconsin Comprehensive
Cancer Center and how to access cancer care at our Cancer Center.
Phone: 608.262.5223 or Toll Free: 800.622.8922
Based on the book SHARE THE CARE: How to Organize a Group to Care for Someone Who is Seriously Ill by Capossela and Warnock, the SHARE THE CARE Model provides a road map on how to create a caregiver team (comprised of friends, relatives, neighbors, coworkers, etc.) to provide individuals and families with help to meet the daily challenges of illness. From coping with emotional needs to dealing with hospitals and doctors, from handling ongoing household chores to helping with personal needs, SHARE THE CARE insures that the person who is ill has the support he or she needs and that no caregiver has to do this very difficult task alone.
SMART provides ten-week group sessions designed to teach new strategies
for interpreting stressful events for patients with cancer. In addition to learning concrete
stress management skills, each participant will learn new relaxation techniques. The groups
are limited in size, so each member will be able to benefit from the supportive camaraderie
of fellow group members. Meets at the UW Hospital. For more information, to register, or
to find out about future sessions, please contact Dr. Teresa Woods, Ph.D., Clinical Health
Psychologist at 608-262-7515. Referrals to community or UWCCC organizations. (New diagnosis,
recurrent breast cancer, treatment, lymphedema, family history, wigs for patients.
Information on press releases, news items, and events. Other resources available for
cancer patients. Clinical trials information, current research, and treatment information.)
Phone: 608.262.5223 or Toll Free: 800.622.8922
Address: 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792
The WriteTrack is a personal health tracker developed specifically
for people who are undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation treatment for cancer. What’s
unique about The WriteTrack is that the calendars, tracking charts, and information are
based on first-hand experience and personal insights of cancer patients.
Website: http://www.thewritetrack.net