Flat Fabulous Web Finds Latest Research and More

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Flat & Fabulous, Web Finds, Latest Research, and More
March 10, 2016 at 12:58 PM
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Spring is just around the corner...a favourite time of year for so many of us as we
revel in nature's budding beauty.
The willow tree is one of the first trees to bud in spring. It is a majestic tree that has
been long revered for its healing powers. As far back as 3000 BC, its bark has been
used as medicine to ease pain and reduce inflammation. The discovery of the active
ingredient in its bark (salicin) paved the way to the development of Aspirin.
The willow tree is sturdy, graceful and resilient - it will bend and not break in a
storm. It is a fitting symbol of the strength and courage of the women and men affected
by breast and hereditary cancer.
It is also a fitting namesake for an organization created to help support anyone through
their cancer experience. Since the first seeds of Willow were sown over 22 years ago,
our roots continue to grow as we extend our shelter of support to ensure that no one
needs to face breast or hereditary cancer alone.
needs to face breast or hereditary cancer alone.
Flat & Fabulous
Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, Pat Skene had a
double mastectomy and chose not to have breast
reconstruction. Pat shares her story and what she's
learned along the way in the Willow blog.
Read Pat's story
Follow-up telephone genetic
counselling for BRCA carriers
Research has shown that follow-up telephone
genetic counselling is an effective way for high-risk
women to stay up-to-date about their cancer
screening, prevention, and treatment options.
Learn about a new Canadian study developed to address the follow-up of
BRCA1 and BRCA2 carriers from our guest blogger, Dr. Kelly Metcalfe.
Willow's Web Finds - March 2016
At Willow, we're always looking for interesting and
informative resources on the Web to help those
affected by breast and hereditary cancer.
Check out the helpful online resources we are featuring this month:
Mission: RECOVERY
Foods That Fight Cancer
Your Cancer Story
Knitted Knockers of Canada
How Willow Helps
Dianne recently contacted Willow to get
information for her daughter Elizabeth who lives
overseas. Both mother and daughter carry the
BRCA2 gene mutation. Elizabeth recently had a
prophylactic oopherectomy to reduce her cancer
risks. This procedure caused Elizabeth to enter
menopause prematurely and she experienced a
range of unpleasant menopausal symptoms.
She wanted to have the latest research on
hormone replacement therapy for management of menopausal symptoms.
Dianne wrote to us to tell her about her experience with Willow:
"Within 48 hours, Elizabeth and I received a 2 page-single-spaced email listing
of research and guideline references on the topic, as well as a short summary
of what each of these references concluded. It was a wonderful gift, and
Elizabeth now has an evidence-base (slim though it is) for making an informed
decision. We are very grateful to Willow and its staff for providing such excellent
support"
How has Willow helped you? We invite you to help us by sharing your
experience. Testimonials are important for making others aware of the positive
impact of our services, including potential donors and sponsors.
In the News
Willow helps keep you up-to-date with the
latest developments in breast and hereditary
cancer.
Visit the news section of our website to
access these latest headlines and more:
Beta blockers may lead to new novel triple negative breast cancer
treatments
Single dose of trastuzumab kick starts immune response in certain
breast cancers
Breast reconstruction using abdominal tissue: differences in outcome
with four different techniques
with four different techniques
Exercise for weight loss may lower inflammation, breast cancer risk
Topical estrogen may help with side effects after breast cancer
Willow is always here to help you understand the headlines. You can call our
Support Team at 1.888.778.3100 or connect at support@willow.org.
Help us to help others. Willow relies on the generosity of donors,
whose support allows us to provide our programs and services free of
charge. Your tax-deductible donation to Willow will help ensure
that no one needs to face breast cancer alone.
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