The Winter 2014 Life to the Fullest newsletter has hit the stands and this issue is packed with helpful hints and resources. Written by three health education interns at the Swedish Cancer Institute, the focus of this issue is to offer assistance in becoming your own advocate and discusses what resources are available to you and your family. The newsletter also discusses types of financial support, apps that can make living with cancer a little easier, and how to stay protected when looking for health information. There are lists of support groups, educational classes, creative expression programs, and more.
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