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October 23, 2026

How to Support a Friend or Family Member With Breast Cancer

When someone you care about is diagnosed with breast cancer, the urge to help is immediate. Knowing what to actually do is harder. Many people worry about saying the wrong thing, so they say nothing, or they offer "Let me know if you need…

October 21, 2026

Eating Well During Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer treatment can change how you eat. Chemotherapy can bring nausea, mouth sores and a metallic taste; radiation can bring fatigue; and some people gain weight during hormone therapy. Meanwhile, friends and the internet offer a…