When you first hear the words, "It's cancer," the road
ahead may seem overwhelming. But from that moment
on, Providence Cancer Institute surrounds you with people
who help you through the journey.
Your Providence team will rally its most powerful tools –
from surgery, chemotherapy and radiation to emerging
therapies like immunotherapy – to treat your cancer.
In addition, we encourage you to be an active partner
in your care. Research has found that there is a lot you
can do to promote healing, reduce side effects and
optimize your health during your treatment. That's what
this booklet is about.
Inside, you'll find evidence-based tips on eating, moving
and r
elaxing to help you live well throughout your cancer
treatment and beyond. You'll also learn how our team
can help you, every step of the way.
While this isn't
intended as a comprehensive treatment
guide, we do hope that just about everyone can find some
useful self-care tips inside. If you have questions about
anything in this booklet, please ask your care team or call
Providence
Cancer Institute at 503-215-6014.
Living Well
Through Cancer Treatment and Beyond
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