Studies have shown that adjuvant therapy for breast cancer may increase the chance of long-term survival by preventing a recurrence. Learn more about it.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
This website provides information about chemotherapy to patients and their families, supplementing what they may already have learned about the treatment.
Review Date: October 29, 2012
The Scott Hamilton CARES Initiative (CARES)
If you are at high risk of breast cancer preventive medication, known as chemoprevention, may be an option for you. Several drugs now have official FDA approval to help protect high-risk women from getting breast cancer.
Review Date: October 29, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
This site provides many links to fact sheets that offer practical tips to help you cope with chemotherapy. Learn about self-care, questions to ask your doctor, and more.
Review Date: October 29, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
It is normal for someone undergoing cancer treatment to feel distressed about hair loss. Keep in mind that your hair will probably grow back and learn some steps to minimize the problem.
Review Date: December 18, 2012
American Cancer Society
A fact sheet about marijuana use to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea, vomiting, anorexia and cachexia in cancer patients.
Review Date: October 26, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Coping with Chemo chronicles the stories of two teens with cancer and their struggle to cope with their disease and treatment. Each webisode addresses a different topic, including getting diagnosed, side effects, telling friends, and celebrating the last treatment.
Review Date: October 29, 2012
Starlight Children’s Foundation
