Breast cancer survivors often struggle to maintain an active lifestyle. This is a big deal because staying active can help them feel better and recover faster. A few years ago, a program called Moving Forward Together (MFT) showed promising results. It was a 3-month program where peers led physical activities. The results were clear: it boosted the survivors' mod...

Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer in women. Many women who have beaten it worry about it coming back. This is a real concern. It is called fear of cancer recurrence. So, how do these women handle this fear? A study looked into this question. It gathered and combined information from various studies. These studies focused on how women cope with this fear. T...

Lymphedema is a common issue that breast cancer survivors face. It can significantly affect their daily lives. The good news is, there are ways to reduce the risk. However, there isn't a set way to teach survivors about these methods. Many survivors have false beliefs about what causes lymphedema and how to prevent it. This lack of understanding can make it hard f...

Usually, studies about breast cancer survivors (BCS) focus on either their diet or exercise habits separately. But our research wanted to know what they think about both, together. The COVID-19 pandemic changed everything, including how these survivors take care of their health. We need to understand their new challenges to help them stay well after the pandemic. Be...

Imagine having to face the tough battle against breast cancer and then the long, challenging road of recovery. In the US, over 4 million women are currently on this journey, and their numbers are expected to grow. But, survival comes with its own set of obstacles—physical weakness, stress, and loneliness often follow cancer treatment. What if we told you that tweakin...