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Lymphedema
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Health Beat: Nov. 23, 2005 23 Nov 2005
The HealthSouth Lymphedema support group meets at 4:30 pm the second Tuesday of every month. For more information contact Cheryl Hunter at (903) 735-5005. ...
- Texarkana Gazette,
Profile of a newsmaker: City woman certified as lymphedema ... Nov 21, 2005
In the news:Becky Congdon, a physical therapist at The William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, recently earned national certification as a lymphedema therapist. ...
- Norwich Bulletin,
Can Bench Pressing Reduce Or Prevent Lymphedema Symptoms In Breast ... Oct 28, 2005
...the extent to which a slowly progressive program of strength-training exercises is safe for breast cancer survivors with and without symptoms of lymphedema. ...
- Science Daily (press release)
Weight training may prevent lymphedema Oct 26, 2005
26 (UPI) -- A University of Pennsylvania researcher is trying to determine if bench pressing can reduce or prevent lymphedema in breast-cancer survivors. ...
- United Press International
Massage, leg elevation can reduce lymphedema Oct 31, 2005
Her surgeon said it wasn’t an infection but was lymphedema and walked out of the room without any explanation. How can she get the swelling down? ...
- Columbus Dispatch (subscription),
With Cancer, Treatment Is Only Part of the Picture Nov 21, 2005
Only later do they wonder if something might have been done, say, to preserve their fertility or virility or to prevent lymphedema, chronic swelling of a limb ...
- New York Times,
Revenue swells at medical sleeve firm Oct 31, 2005
...company founded by Kathy Weatherly, a former occupational therapist who was frustrated by the lack of medical devices to treat her lymphedema patients when she ...
- Milwaukee Business Journal,
Casper -- Thursday, Nov. 17 Nov 17, 2005
Info: 237-8035. * Lymphedema Support Group, third Thursday, noon, Rocky Mountain Therapy, 111 S. Jefferson St., Suite 100. Reservations ...
- The Casper Star Tribune,
Massachusetts Briefings Nov 17, 2005
2515. Lymphedema education and support group, meets once a month from 6 to 7 pm at the hospital's Rehabilitation Services, 222 Milliken Blvd., fourth floor. ...
- Providence Journal (subscription),
LymphaCare and Healthlight Infrared Therapy to Exhibit Neuropathy ... Nov 19, 2005
LymphaCare is a specialty medical device company focusing on products for lymphedema, venous insufficiency, wound care, neuropathy and chronic pain. ...
- PR Web (press release),
Around Whittier Oct 26, 2005
2444.. Lymphedema is topic of hospital program MONTEBELLO -- Beverly Hospital will hold a free lecture on lymphedema ...from 3 to 4:30 pm today at its Women's ...
- Whittier Daily News,
Breast Cancer Patients Can Suffer Swelling Side Effects Nov 2, 2005
MERRIAM, Kan. -- One in five women treated for breast cancer will experience a noticable side effect, dramatic swelling called lymphedema. ...
- Kansas City Channel.com,
Around the Region Oct 25, 2005
LYMPHEDEMA SUPPORT GROUP: Cancer services of Memorial Medical Center is offering a free support group for cancer patients with lymphedema. ...
- Modesto Bee,
Health calendar Nov 13, 2005
...gaycity.org). TUE Presentation on how and why lymphedema develops, early symptoms, treatment options, registration required. 7-8 ...
- Seattle Times,
Bulletin Board for Broward County Nov 8, 2005
Call 800-879-8796. Lymphedema support group, 5:30-7:30 pm at Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center, 20950 NE 27th Court. Free. Call 305-682-2151.
- Sun-Sentinel.com,
Health Support Groups Nov 10, 2005
Information: Carol Nielson, (515) 965-1443 or email cnielson@lighthousesos.org. Web site: www.lighthousesos.org. Breast Cancer and Lymphedema. ...
- Quad City Times,
Health Beat - Nov. 9, 2005 Nov 9, 2005
The HealthSouth Lymphedema support group meets at 4:30 pm the second Tuesday of every month. Contact Cheryl Hunter at (903) 735-5005. The CHRISTUS St. ...
- Texarkana Gazette,
State council helps uninsured women get breast screenings Oct 25, 2005
Citizens Memorial Healthcare in Bolivar now offers lymphedema therapy. Lymphedema occurs following a surgery in which the lymph ...
- News-Leader.com,
Health calendar Oct 24, 2005
Information: 835-3385. Lymphedema Aquatics Program For people with lymphedema as a secondary diagnosis of breast cancer. Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Nov. ...
- Birmingham News,
LymphaCare Adds Healthlight Infrared Therapy Systems to Its ... Nov 14, 2005
...on conditions such as shingles, fibromyalgia, RSD, muscle spasms, plantar fasciitis (heel pain), tendinitis, chronic wounds and lymphedema (swelling), and many ...
- PR Newswire (press release),
MedicAlert adds cancer patients Oct 31, 2005
Women who suffer from lymphedema can get the free bracelet, and thanks to fundraising by a women's hockey team, they can also get the medical information ...
- CBC Prince Edward Island,
Name to Remember - Allison Pera Nov 13, 2005
She also arranges for refreshments and guest speakers who discuss topics of interest such as lymphedema, managing chronic illness, diet and nutrition, yoga ...
- Munster Times,
The Neediest Cases Cancer Saps Queens Woman's Strength, but Not ... Nov 7, 2005
She has various infections and lymphedema, a side-effect of the treatment that leaves the tissue in and near her arm painfully swollen. ...
- New York Times,
NW Arkansas today Nov 2, 2005
Fayetteville Downtown Residential Parking, 7 pm Today’s happenings Coping and Conversation, 11 am, Cancer Support Home, Fayetteville Lymphedema Support Group ...
- Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription),
Calendar - WEDNESDAY Nov 1, 2005
Lymphedema Support Group, 5:30 - 7 PM, ECHO Cancer Foundation Conference Room, 2nd Floor of Medical Office Building behind The William W. Backus Hospital at ...
- TheDay (subscription),
Pink ladies Oct 30, 2005
Part of that is due to balance problems she has experienced and a 2004 bout of lymphedema, which causes swelling in the arm and occurs when the lymph nodes ...
- Palladium-Item,
Drug aids breast cancer patients Oct 29, 2005
...health topics were discussed, including a new hormone treatment for breast cancer, nutrition and herbal interaction, and neuromuscular massage and lymphedema. ...
- St. Augustine Record,
Meet 2 survivors. Oct 27, 2005
Jacobs had 26 lymph nodes removed and also has lymphedema, a condition of localized fluid retention caused by a compromised lymphatic system and a side effect ...
- Marion Chronicle Tribune,
Coping Calendar Nov 1, 2005
Hospital. For individuals living with lymphedema of all types. Free. Information: Becky Congdon, 823-6317. Colchester: Chapter No. ...
- Norwich Bulletin,
NW Arkansas today Oct 30, 2005
Paul’s Episcopal Church, East and Dickson streets Coping and Conversation, 11 am, Cancer Support Home, Fayetteville Lymphedema Support Group, noon, Comfort ...
- Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription),
Muriel Havenstein to play at Elder Appreciation Day Oct 30, 2005
There will be over 25 exhibitors present with information and health screenings. Kno-Wal-Lin Hospice will have a Tele health unit, the Lymphedema Assoc. ...
- Knox Village Soup,
Exercise Helps the Recovery of Breast Cancer Survivors Nov 3, 2005
Services include self-esteem coaching, range of motion and flexibility training, lymphedema prevention, strength training and stress management. ...
- PR Web (press release),
Cancer tests workplaces Oct 31, 2005
And when she developed lymphedema - a chronic illness that resulted in swelling in her arm and prevented her from lifting more than 20 pounds - other employees ...
- The Coloradoan,
A YEAR AT MALCOLM X: Second Chance at Success Oct 25, 2005
Matthews used to work as a saleswoman at Old Navy but is now on disability because of lymphedema in her right leg, a condition that causes painful swelling but ...
- San Francisco Chronicle,
Education notes Oct 24, 2005
Y-Me of Porter County will meet at 10 am Nov. 5 at the Porter Education Center, 1401 Calumet Ave. Lymphedema, its prevention and treatment, will be discussed. ...
- Munster Times,
Exotic event to aid new facility 03 Oct 2005
...construction is in its final stages, will include special diagnostic and treatment facilities for women battling health issues such as lymphedema and breast ...
- The Argus,
Community roundup 10.03.05 03 Oct 2005
...are invited to hear Dr. D. Ritchey, MD, of Roosevelt Surgical Associates, on updates in breast cancer treatment plus Peggy Jones, lymphedema therapist, at 7 pm ...
- Middletown Journal,
NW Arkansas today 03 Oct 2005
Paul’s Episcopal Church, East and Dickson streets Coping and Conversation, 11 am Wednesday, Cancer Support House, Fayetteville Lymphedema Support Group, noon ...
- Arkansas Democrat Gazette,
Treatment available at Uniontown Hospital for lymphedema patients Sep 21, 2005
A new treatment for those suffering with lymphedema is now available at Uniontown Hospital, and experts say there are no adverse side effects, only obvious ...
- Uniontown Herald Standard,
Lymphedema Book Emphasizes Active Self-Help for Nearly 50,000 ... Sep 16, 2005
For any of them who have surgery or are treated with radiotherapy, lymphedema — a disfiguring, painful swelling, usually of the arm — is a possible side ...
- 24-7PressRelease.com (press release)
Fly-fishing as cancer therapy Sep 29, 2005
Lymphedema causes painful swelling in the arms and upper body and can lead to permanent loss of mobility. About 1 in 5 women who ...
- Seattle Post Intelligencer
Massachusetts Briefings Sep 29, 2005
Lymphedema education and support group, meets once a month from 6 to 7 pm at the hospital's Rehabilitation Services, 222 Milliken Blvd., fourth floor. ...
- Providence Journal (subscription),
Local professor has cancer research published Sep 8, 2005
...the article focused on the work of Janis McWayne, assistant professor of health education at FMU, into the complexities of Secondary Lymphedema (SLE), a ...
- Florence Morning News,
Women open boutique for breast cancer survivors Sep 27, 2005
...hair. They also offer accessories for women who suffer from lymphedema, a common affliction after having lymph node surgery. "We ...
- Palm Beach Post,
Support Groups Sep 22, 2005
Lymphedema: 6 to 7:30 pm last Monday of the month, Provena Saint Joseph Physical Rehab and Sports Injury Center, 2400 Glenwood Ave., Joliet. ...
- Joliet Herald News,
Cancer recovery with a splash Sep 28, 2005
...uses gentle floor and pool exercises designed to strengthen and tone the arms, shoulders and chest, regain mobility, reduce risk of lymphedema and improve ...
- Wodonga Border Mail,
Relief efforts Sep 27, 2005
...customers. She was able to mail wigs, bras, prostheses, hats, turbans, scarves, lymphedema sleeves and Ace bandages to Louisiana. ...
- Fauquier Times-Democrat,
Defective Lymphatic Vessels Identified As A Novel Cause Of Adult ... Sep 20, 2005
Tadpole Soon To Help In The Fight Against Cancer And Lymphedema (August 16, 2005) -- Lymph circulates in our bodies through a complex network of lymphatic ...
- Science Daily (press release)
Daily Planner Sep 23, 2005
...bgmsa.net. Closed Mondays, Tuesdays. Through Oct. 2. PRESENTATION ON LYMPHEDEMA: 10-11:30 am 1617 The Esplanade, Chico. Anne R. Anderson ...
- Enterprise-Record,
Health Support Groups Sep 19, 2005
Information: Carol Nielson, (515) 965-1443 or email cnielson@lighthousesos.org. Web site: www.lighthousesos.org. Breast Cancer and Lymphedema. ...
- Quad City Times,
Surviviors, San Angeloans remember 9/11 victims Sep 8, 2005
Velez is even dealing with his own health issues such as silicon exposure and lymphedema in his leg caused by a blunt trauma. Lymphedema ...
- San Angelo Standard-Times,
Support groups Sep 15, 2005
9871. Lymphedema education class: 10-11 am, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, 1 Medical Plaza, Roseville. (916) 797-7565. Movers ...
- Sacramento Bee,
Health Beat - Sept. 21, 2005 Sep 21, 2005
The HealthSouth Lymphedema support group meets at 4:30 pm the second Tuesday of every month. For more information contact Cheryl Hunter at (903) 735-5005. ...
- Texarkana Gazette,
Health Calendar Sep 5, 2005
The Barnum Center, 746 Purdy St., Birmingham. (800) 633-7377. Lymphedema, joint Sharing & Caring event with the Ovarian Cancer Group. Sponsored by AstraZeneca. ...
- DetNews.com,
Health calendar Sep 6, 2005
Beaumont Hospital's breast cancer support group will hold a joint event with the ovarian cancer group with Dr. Justin Riutta speaking on lymphedema, 6:30 pm Thu ...
- Detroit Free Press,
Q&A: Ann Schneider, Women's Health Boutique franchisee Sep 4, 2005
That way we can do more events here in North County like Lymphedema Day in March, Survivorship Day in June and a Breast Cancer Day in October.
- San Diego Union Tribune,
Calendar for Thursday, Sept. 8 Sep 8, 2005
State College Chapter of the DW Foundation Lymphedema Support Group, 7 to 8:30 pm, Centre County United Way, 2790 W. College Ave., State College. ...
- Centre Daily Times,
Casper -- Thursday, Sept. 15 Sep 15, 2005
Info: 237-8035. * Lymphedema Support Group, third Thursday, noon, Rocky Mountain Therapy, 111 S. Jefferson St., Suite 100. Reservations ...
- The Casper Star Tribune,
Community Calendar Sep 8, 2005
Road. 773-1531 or 544-7548. Lymphedema support group, 7 pm, Advanced Health Clinic, 630 W. Shepard Lane, Farmington. 447-8680. MOMS ...
- Standard-Examiner (subscription),
Bulletin Board Sep 16, 2005
Information: 823-6313. BREAST CANCER AND LYMPHEDEMA AWARENESS NIGHT, 5:30-7:30 pm, lobby, Medical Office Building, The William W. Backus Hospital, NORWICH. ...
- Norwich Bulletin,
20,000 babies later, it's time to celebrate Sep 16, 2005
...will feature health professionals with information on all kinds of topics, including breast care, heart disease, incontinence, lymphedema, menopause, prenatal ...
- Lancaster Newspapers,
Self-help groups: Sept. 10, 2005 Sep 9, 2005
Bosom Buddies, breast cancer and lymphedema support group meets 7 pm second and last Wednesday, Telford Education Building, 350 Seventh Ave. ...
- Naples Daily News (subscription),
HEALTH CALENDAR Sep 6, 2005
Information, 755-0247. Introduction to Lymphedema, 1:30 pm Sept., 13, free, Via Christi Cancer Resource Center, 817 N. Emporia. Registration, 689-5700. ...
- Kansas.com,
Health calendar Sep 4, 2005
Call for next meeting: (562) 947-6123. Lymphedema prevention and education sessions. 1-2 pm first Wednesday. Fountain Valley Cancer Center, 11190 Warner Ave. ...
- OCRegister (subscription),
NW Arkansas today Sep 7, 2005
Advertising and Promotion Commission, 4:30 pm Today’s happening Coping and Conversation, 11 am, Cancer Support House, Fayetteville Lymphedema Support Group ...
- Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription),
DESIREE COOPER: Delivered from despair, woman delivers healing ... Aug 30, 2005
...and reason to live. In 1996, Davis also developed breast cancer and in 1999, she was diagnosed with lymphedema. That's when she ...
- Detroit Free Press,
Hard work, diet put cancer survivor on right track Sep 5, 2005
But I definitely bounced back a lot sooner because I had been working out." She suffers from lymphedema in her right arm because of the mastectomy, but ...
- Arizona Republic,
Community Calendar Sep 12, 2005
Action Against Breast Cancer (CRAAB!), will be offered free exercise classes for breast cancer patients and survivors and persons with lymphedema based on The ...
- Troy Record,
A Team Effort Sep 8, 2005
I said, 'My god, could you have put it anyplace else?' It was devastating." To deepen the insult, she developed lymphedema in her right arm, a painful swelling ...
- Golf For Women Magazine
HEALTH CALENDAR Sep 12, 2005
21, $20 plus skills card. American Red Cross, 1900 E. Douglas. Registration, 219-4060. Introduction to Lymphedema, 1:30 pm today, free; Look Good... ...
- Kansas.com,
Belleville – Quinte's own "calendar girls" raise funds for ... Sep 9, 2005
...group and the dragon boat activity is therapeutic both mentally and physically as it helps to reduce the risk of developing a condition called lymphedema. ...
- Stirling Community Press,
Barton Memorial expands to remain competitive Aug 31, 2005
...a mammography center, lab for procedures such as blood tests and rehabilitation services, which encompasses occupational, hand, speech, lymphedema and physical ...
- North Lake Tahoe Bonanza,
Cancer Chronicles | Pulling for lifeJul 25, 2005
...arms - in the fear that too much activity will exacerbate damage from the surgery, radiation and lymph node removal and result in arm lymphedema, a disfiguring ...
- Philadelphia Inquirer
Cancer Rehab only not-for-profit clinic in CanadaJul 29, 2005
The program teaches rehabilitation skills, offering interval training, physiotherapy, lymphedema management, support groups and education sessions. ...
- Stoney Creek News
Workshop scheduledJul 27, 2005
...award. Lymphedema therapy is available at the hospital and is performed by physical therapists specializing in lymphedema control. ...
- phillyburbs.com
Recent training helps woman go beyond dutyJul 18, 2005
When Leita Stethen talks about the training she received recently in Kansas to treat lymphedema, she gets excited because she knows she will be able to help ...
- Bowling Green Daily News
Health calendarJul 27, 2005
Call for next meeting: (562) 947-6123. Lymphedema prevention and education sessions. 1-2 pm first Wednesday. Fountain Valley Cancer Center, 11190 Warner Ave. ...
- OCRegister (subscription)
Keeping 'Hope Afloat'Jul 21, 2005
...items or to participate in sports. They thought the overexertion would cause lymphedema.". This perception began to change thanks ...
- Northeast Philadelphia News Gleaner
Self-help groups: July 24, 2005Jul 23, 2005
Bosom Buddies, breast cancer and lymphedema support group meets 7 pm second and last Wednesday, Telford Education Building, 350 Seventh Ave. ...
- Naples Daily News (subscription)
Cal City boy's wish comes trueJul 23, 2005
...infections. A condition called lymphedema also tends to cause swelling in his legs and requires him to wear compression socks. "He's ...
- Munster Times
Wellness calendarJul 16, 2005
Lymphedema group: The Lymphedema Support Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 pm Wednesday at the Little Red Door Cancer Agency, 1801 N. Meridian St. ...
- Indianapolis Star
Casper, Wyoming - Thursday, July 21, 2005Jul 21, 2005
Info: 237-8035. * Lymphedema Support Group, third Thursday, noon, Rocky Mountain Therapy, 111 S. Jefferson St., Suite 100. Reservations ...
- The Casper Star Tribune
Around the RegionJul 20, 2005
Participants learn about risk factors, symptoms and treatment for lymphedema. The instructor for this class is Lisa Desrochers, DPT, MS, ATC. ...
- Modesto Bee
HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS PHYSICAL WELL-BEINGJul 19, 2005
Information: Carol Nielson, (515) 965-1443 or email cnielson@lighthousesos.org. Web site: www.lighthousesos.org. Breast Cancer and Lymphedema. ...
- Quad City Times
YOU ARE NOT ALONEJul 7, 2005
LYMPHEDEMA INFORMATION AND SUPPORT GROUP - Monthly meetings provide a place where people with lymphedema or their families can talk openly about their concerns ...
- Marin Independent-Journal
Fewer Side Effects with Sentinel Lymph Node BiopsyJul 18, 2005
Those who did not need to have more than the sentinel lymph node removed had arm swelling (known as lymphedema) at about one-fifth the rate of the women who ...
- American Cancer Society
Less Morbidity With Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Breast CancerJul 20, 2005
...cancer. Women who underwent SLNB were significantly less likely than women who underwent ALND to have lymphedema, the authors report. ...
- Cancerpage.com
Bulletin Board for Broward CountyJul 12, 2005
...$8. Call 954-370-3750. Lymphedema support group, 5:30-7:30 pm at Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center, 20950 NE 27th Court. Free. Call 305-682-2151. ...
- Sun-Sentinel.com
AROUND TOWNJul 10, 2005
A workshop for people with lymphedema meets from 2:30 to 4:30 pm the first Tuesday of each month in the auditorium at Hoag Cancer Center, 4000 W. Coast Highway ...
- Daily Pilot
Sentinel Node Biopsy Greatly Reduces Side Effects Compared to ...Jul 5, 2005
...approximately 10 to 25 nodes) is associated with chronic side effects including pain, infection, limited shoulder motion, numbness and lymphedema (swelling of ...
- Cancer Consultants
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