Each year, Young and Strong hosts many in-person and virtual events that provide educational and social opportunities for young adults with breast cancer. Check out our upcoming events below:
Virtual Sexual Health Workshop for Couples
You and your partner, married or otherwise, are invited to join us for a virtual Sexual Health Workshop led by Sharon Bober, PhD, director of Dana-Farber's Sexual Health Program. Thursday, May 9 7 - 8:30 p.m. ET This workshop will provide useful strategies for improving sex and intimacy with your partner. Dr. Bober will also address common changes that may affect couples after a breast cancer diagnosis and provide ways to improve communication. |
EMBRACing Young and Strong Virtual Social
This hangout is a great opportunity to connect with other young adults living with stage IV, metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Thursday, April 18 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. ET Please feel free to bring your favorite beverage or treat to this Zoom meeting. Newcomers are always welcome. Please email us to register. If this will be your first EMBRACing Young and Strong Social, please let us know when you RSVP. |
In-Person Forum for Young Adults
Young adult patients (ages 18-early 40s) in active or post treatment and their caregivers are encouraged to attend this in-person event at Dana-Farber in April! Hosted by the Young Adult Program and open to patients with any cancer type, the event will feature facilitated workshops with opportunities to socialize and learn about the many experiences faced by young adults. Saturday, April 20 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Dana-Farber Cancer Institute View the day's schedule of events. |
Hot Topics in Nutrition: Organic Food
In this webinar, a Dana-Farber nutritionist will review the definition of “organic,” discuss research surrounding organic foods and cancer risk, and provide practical applications for everyday life. Tuesday, April 23 Noon - 12:30 p.m. ET Passcode: 123456
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Ductal Carcinoma in Situ Patient Forum
Dana-Farber's Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) Program will soon host its second annual Virtual Patient Forum, an educational program for patients, friends, and loved ones. Presentations will include topics such as “Understanding Your Pathology Report” and “Radiation Therapy for DCIS.” All sessions will include a Q&A opportunity. Saturday, May 18 9 a.m. - Noon ET |