Inverclyde Now Logo COURSE To Help Women After Breast Cancer Treatment

20 July, 2018 | Noticeboard

BREAST Cancer Care is holding a free course in Inverclyde to help women adjust to life beyond breast cancer.

The course will provide information and support to women at the end of their treatment, and is being held in partnership with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

It will include talks from psychologists and dieticians, providing expert guidance. There will also be discussions around adjusting and adapting after a breast cancer diagnosis, managing the on-going side effects of treatment and breast awareness after surgery.

It will be held every Monday afternoon for four weeks, starting on 6 August, at Inverclyde Royal Hospital.

Linsey Valiente, services development co-ordinator at Breast Cancer Care, said: “There are an estimated 691,000 people alive after a diagnosis of breast cancer today in the UK. The need for support doesn’t end when treatment finishes. In fact, it is often the time people need us the most.

“From managing menopausal symptoms to intimacy and relationships, this course will cover a range of topics. It will be invaluable in helping people affected by cancer approach life after treatment with more confidence.”

There are 20 places on the course and the charity asks that, because of high demand, people attend all sessions. It is free of charge but participants must register in advance by calling Breast Cancer Care on 0345 077 1893 or emailing movingforward@breastcancercare.org.uk.

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