Check out the Nutrition Ways section of the UA Arizona Cancer Center website. And while you are there, be sure to visit the special section, Nutrition During Treatment.

The UA Arizona Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center and is a reliable resource for diet and nutrition information for patients with cancer, their family, friends and anyone interested in learning more about the diet-cancer link.

From appetizers to main dishes, beverages to desserts the 5 A Day website from the National Cancer Institute has some great recipes for healthy eating.

Also of interest is the "Recipes with Graham Kerr" link. Pick a flavor and see if he has a recipe. Try entering in "curry" and see what you get...

Outreach Guide
Available Soon

The outreach guide will be available for download soon. It's an excellent resource for cancer survivors and their caregivers in southern Arizona.

You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the guide. Download the Reader from here.

One-Day Workshops

Flying Lessons: 7 Ways to Break Free and Soar
Saturday, August 23rd
9:00am– 4:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center NE
Cost: $40.00 includes lunch and materials

Facilitator: Pam Hale Trachta

Do you believe you can fly? The fantasy and symbol of flight is so ancient and powerful that most of us dream, either waking or sleeping, of soaring beyond our fears, pain and self-doubt, and achieving our dreams. Through Pam’s stories about learning to fly a small plane in her mid-50’s, you’ll explore the fears and blocks that serve as “gravity” for you. As you get to know Pam’s colorful flight instructor, Clio, you’ll learn the seven lesson that Pam’s “aviation therapist” gave her for life. How will you relate to “Know Where You’re Going to Land” or “Have Enough Fuel for the Journey?” You’ll leave with a dipstick and instruction for using it to manage your energy so that you can soar!

Caregiver Day of Renewal
Saturday, September 6th – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center NE
$40 includes lunch and materials
Facilitator: Marianne Schloss, RN, MA, MDiv.

Caregivers of people with life-threatening and debilitating illness have a dual challenge: they are helping the survivor and experiencing their own unique journey at the same time. This one-day workshop provides an opportunity for reflection, relaxation, and new skill development to help caregivers share, cope and grow. Complimentary in-home respite care is available with two weeks’ advance notice.

Introduction to Mind, Body, Spirit Skills
Friday, September 26th – 9:00am – 4:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center NE
$40 includes lunch and materials

This day is designed to be an introduction to mind-body-spirit modalities. Come experience the depth and power of various tools for self-care and stress management, including meditation, guided imagery, art and music, biofeedback and autogenic training, breathing and movement, and self-expression through words. The comprehensive materials and hands-on experience will prepare you to integrate the tools needed to transform and empower your life.

Nutrition Classes

You must Pre-register for all Nutrition classes by calling (520) 694-1812.

Nutrition During Cancer Treatment
Tuesday, September 2nd
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center NW
2070 W. Rudasill, Suite 100
Cost: $5

Nutrition After Cancer Treatment
Tuesday, September 9th
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center TMC
2625 N. Craycroft, Suite 101
Cost: $5

Dietary Supplements & Cancer
Tuesday, September 16th
1:00 – 2:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center UMC North
3838 N. Campbell
Cost: $5.00

Speakers Series

Naturopathic Medicine: Your Questions Answered
Tuesday, September 9th
5:30pm– 7:30pm
Sunstone Resource Center at UMC North
Cost: $5.00
3838 N. Campbell
RSVP Required. Please call (520) 694-1812 to register
Lisa Alschuler is a Doctor in Naturopathic Medicine

Dr. Lise Alschuler, a naturopathic physician and board certified naturopathic oncologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ, will describe the power of natural medicine in cancer care. Naturopathic medicine, a form of healthcare which uses primarily natural therapies to stimulate the innate healing capacity within each of us, has an essential role in comprehensive cancer care. Dr. Alschuler will discuss how naturopathic medicine can be safely and effectively integrated with conventional treatment for healthier outcomes. She will also highlight some important natural cancer prevention health tips.

How to Improve Patient Communication with a Clinician (HIPCC)
Thursday, August 21st
5:30 – 7:30pm
Sunstone Resource Center at UMC North
RSVP Required: Call (520) 694-1812 to register.
Cost: $5.00
Presented by Gail Riggs, MA, CHES

Do you think you and your doctor are communicating? Learn the five most important things you can do to get better healthcare! Discover what doctors learn in medical school when they are taught how to interview patients.

This lecture will provide you with:

1) Helpful sample forms to organize your healthcare information
2) Sample question lists that doctors don’t mind getting
3) Outline of the medical interview that doctors use
4) A list of the best medical websites
5)……..and more.

If you value your health, this lecture is a must!

Healing Arts Series

Healing Images
Tuesday, September 23rd
1:00 – 5:00pm
Sunstone Resource Center TMC
Cost: $20 includes materials
Facilitator: Shirley Dunn-Perry

Through reflection and meditation awaken your self-healing artist. Create your own unique art piece (collage, watercolor, or crayon) to aid in your healing journey. No experience required! Come enjoy an afternoon of creativity!

Long-term Survivorship Series

Lymphedema: Prevention and Treatment
Monday, August 11th
10:00am– 11:00am
Sunstone Resource Center TMC
2625 N. Craycroft, Suite 100
Pre-registration REQUIRED. Please RSVP to (520) 694-1812 to register

Presented by Andrea Morkin. Certified in Manual lymph drainage with fifteen years of lymphedema experience, Andrea has committed her life to helping people with this challenging condition. Andrea will be teaching prevention, home care of lymphedema, and will share the latest news and information on treatment.

Living Beyond the Fear of Recurrence
Wednesday, September 17th
9:00am – 12:00noon
Sunstone Resource Center TMC
Cost: $15.00
Presented by Caitlin Glass, MSW

Treatment is done, and while there is a sense of relief, there is also often a sense of “what if?” or “what now?” This workshop will help participants explore their beliefs, fears and limitations about recurrence. It will offer tools to cope with the challenges that post-treatment life brings, as well as the opportunities to live and thrive beyond the cancer.

Other Community Programs

!Vida! Breast Cancer Education Series
For Breast Cancer Survivors and Health Care Provides via Telemedicine

Survivor Bilingual Educational Sessions
1st Tuesday of the month
Spanish-English
Location: University Medical Center North- 3838 Campbell Ave.
Room #1290-1291
Time: 3:30 – 4:30pm

Management of Depression After Breast Cancer
Tuesday, August 5th
Speaker: Martie Fankhauser, MS

Nutrition for any Person with History of Breast Cancer
Tuesday, September 2nd
Speaker: Michelle Bratton, RD

Lymphedema – Prevention and Treatment
Tuesday, October 7th
Speaker: Pere Summers, OT

Alternative stress reduction strategies (Reiki, yoga, massage)
Tuesday, November 4th
Speaker: Marsha Drozdoff, MSW

Coping skills and coping with the fear of recurrence
Tuesday, January 6th
Speaker: Brenda Casey, MSW