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Newly Diagnosed

A new breast cancer diagnosis often means that you have lots of questions and concerns. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to adjust to this new normal.  
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Learn important breast cancer terminology used by doctors and nurses, including stage, grade, and receptor status.
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Genetics and Family History
Read about how some factors increase your risk for breast cancer.
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Treatment Types
Learn the basics before starting treatment. 
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Building Your Network of Support
Learn about supports that will help you emotionally and financially, and provide you with opportunities to connect with other young adults with breast cancer.
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Coping with Your Diagnosis
You are not alone. Read strategies to stay in control, manage your emotions, and ask for help.
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Coping As A Family
Our Family Connections Program identifies and responds to the needs of parents, children, and caregivers by supporting and empowering family coping.
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  • About
    • Meet the Team
    • Clinical Sites and Services
    • Research Studies
    • Supporting the Program
    • Contact Us
  • Newly Diagnosed
    • Understanding your Diagnosis
    • Genetics and Family History
    • Treatment Types >
      • Chemotherapy
      • Surgery
      • Radiation
      • Hormone Therapy
    • Building Your Network of Support
    • Coping with Your Diagnosis
    • Coping As A Family
  • Life with Cancer
    • Treatment and Symptom Management >
      • Menopause and Menopausal Symptoms
      • Fertility
      • Sexual Health
      • Lymphedema
      • Tips for Managing Symptoms
    • Supporting and Engaging Your Body >
      • Nutrition
      • Physical Activity
      • Style and Comfort
      • Health and Wellness Tips
    • Logistics: Managing the Details of Your Life >
      • Work and School
      • Financial Supports
      • Getting Organized
    • Finding Community >
      • Early Stage
      • Inflammatory Breast Cancer
      • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Survivorship
    • Survivorship Clinic
    • Life Post-Treatment
    • Continued Support
    • Pregnancy After Breast Cancer
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Caregivers
    • Resources for All Caregivers >
      • Getting Organized and Managing Logistics
      • Expanding Your Circle of Support
      • Coping: Cancer Impacts Everyone
    • Resources for Family Members >
      • Family Connections
      • Genetic Testing
    • Resources for Partners >
      • Future Pregnancies
  • News & Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Webcasts
    • 2022 Forum Recordings
    • 2021 Forum Recordings
    • Newsletters
    • Insight Blog
    • COVID-19 and Breast Cancer