Question:
Does Stress Feed Cancer?
Answer:
Reducing stress decreases the amount of the stress hormones in the body and slows the rate of tumor growth and metastases in studies. Coping with sustained periods of stress helps the body to maintain a state of health. Counseling, training on stress reduction techniques, support groups, and exercise are some of the ways to combat the effects of stress.
Reality Check
In my own journey, I have found that having outlets to relieve stress help tremendously in my 24/7 battle of keeping normalcy. But, it is expensive. There are days I have made a choice to treat myself to a massage after a rough chemo treatment than pay a bill.
Many people do not have the option to make these choices. We are not in the world (yet) where doctors can write prescriptions for going to the movies, having a nice dinner, a massage, or even a vacation . But, since I’m not a doctor I can……..
Pink for Pam introduces
Just what the Dr. ordered
“Pam’s Prescription Plan program” which will annually provide cancer patients with grants to receive services in the following categories:
- Health/Wellness
- Travel
- Entertainment
The grants will be distributed in gift card format and will be redeemable at a location near the recipient.
“Pink Can be Chic Program” will annually provide select cancer patients with a healing retreat experience, including:
• 3 Night Stay in Hotel
• Spa Treatment (Massage, Facial, Makeover)
• Photo Shoot
• Dinner
• Nutritional/Naturopathic Consultation
To find out more, please send an email to info@pinkforpam.org
