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Running for the Dream BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer chair runs for late husband Even as the chemo drug was coursing through his veins, Jason Edwards was excited about the BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer. “He said, ‘That’s awesome! That’s the way to go! Let’s get a team together!” recalled Melissa Edwards, Jason’s wife of 23 years. “He said, ‘If I can help somebody not have to go through what I’m going through, I will gladly give and raise and much as I can so they can get screened and won’t have to be sitting in this chair with these drugs pumping through their body like I am.’ That was his passion! That immediately ignited him.” From where he sat in a chemo chair inside the Thompson Cancer Survival Center on Sherrill Boulevard, a fundraiser to help deliver much-needed cancer screenings to thousands of medically underserved individuals in East Tennessee didn’t just make sense – it was “genius.” Jason Edwards, diagnosed with terminal brain cancer on Thanksgiving weekend 2010 a week from his 42nd birthday, was only able to take part in two BUDDY’S Races before passing away last August. But his dream – a dream to end cancer – lives on through Melissa, his high school sweetheart who will take her place as race chairman in the starter’s bucket
for the Nov. 9 5K walk ‘n’ run at World’s Fair Park. “I never thought cancer would affect our family – my husband was never sick a day in his life – but when it hits your family, it changes your outlook on everything. It changes what you believe in, changes what you want to help with, how you want to help.” That change came quickly for Jason Edwards. It began with a headache that wouldn’t go away. Before long, he was taking a bottle a day of over-the-counter migraine medicine. Then came Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when he fell three times during the family’s day of shopping. That’s when Melissa decided enough was enough and off they went to the emergency room at Parkwest Medical Center. It was there, after an MRI, that the lifechanging news came. “The doctor came in and told us – I’ll never forget him saying, ‘You have a mass about the size of a tennis ball in your brain and I believe it’s cancer. We need to do surgery,’” said Melissa Edwards. “I looked at him and I said, ‘Honey, are you OK?’ And he said, ‘Yes” and I said, ‘OK, I’ll be right back.’ And I walked out the doors of the ER and I don’t think I took three steps before I collapsed. I could not breathe. I was sucking in air. Jason and I
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were high school sweethearts. I’d been with him since I was 16 years old. He was my soul mate, and I literally could not breathe. This was a man who was the rock of our family, never sick a day in his life, never any problems. I felt gut-punched.” Jason, while shocked by the news, remained characteristically upbeat. “There was no, ‘Oh my gosh! This is bad!’ There was none of that. It was just ‘Let’s see what they have to say and we’ll do the
tion monthly. Breasts come in all sizes and shapes, just as women do. Your own breasts will even change throughout your life. Your monthly menstrual cycle, menopause, childbirth, breast-feeding, age, weight changes, and birth control pills or other hormones may change the shape, size and feel of your breasts. It is important to learn what is normal for you. This can be done by using BSE. It is easy to do, and, as the name implies, you do it yourself. Women taking charge of their own health are doing BSE regularly. They are also eating healthy foods, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco use.
BSE is done once a month so that you become familiar with the usual appearance and feel of your own breasts. Familiarity makes it easier to notice any
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging or thermography is a non-invasive Food and Drug Administration approved clinical imaging procedure for detecting ad monitoring diseases and physical injuries by indicating the thermal abnormalities present in the body. DITI’s role in breast cancer and other breast disorders is one of early detection and monitoring of abnormal physiology and the establishment of risk factors for the development or existence of cancer. When used adjunctively with other laboratory and outcome assessment tools, the best possible evaluation of breast health is made. This fifteen-minute non-invasive test is a valuable adjunctive tool for alerting gynecologists and primary care physicians to the possibility of underlying breast disease.
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Physical breast exam is a must Women should have breast examinations during their routine checkups. You may find it convenient to schedule this exam during your routine physical checkup. If a breast exam is not done during that checkup, you should ask for one. During the exam, the health professional feels the breast and underarm with the fingers, checking for lumps. This is called palpation. The breasts also are checked for other changes such as dimpling, scaling, or puckering of the skin or a discharge from the nipples. Women 40 and older should have breast examinations annually. Breast Self Exam (BSE) Women should do breast self-examina-
surgery and we’ll take it from there.’ That’s the way he always was: We’ll do this and we’ll take it from there.” After the surgery, Melissa was stunned by the reaction when she walked into his room. “I was the first one to walk into the room, and he has this big gauze thing around his head, and he goes, ‘I feel fantastic! I feel great! I can think again!
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Garde Bien SpaSalon Help the hair; heal the heart HAIR CHOICES for EVERY WOMAN Cranial Prosthesis Stacey Handel takes great pride in reaching out to those patients experiencing hair loss from cancer treatments as well as other debilitating illnesses, side effects or natural progression of hair loss. She is well established in the beauty industry. As a Master stylist and educator; her Stacey expertise with hair Handel cutting, coloring Owner, and treatments Garde Bien SpaSalon brings much needed talent to the hair loss community. Many years of caring started with Look Good, Feel Better program in Dallas to refurbish donated wigs. After moving to Knoxville she volunteered for years with Thompson Cancer Center’s Women’s
Wellness Retreat. Garde Bien hosted Cuts for the Cure for Susan G. Komen Foundation. She supports the Locks of Love and CWHL-Children With Hair Loss and is active member of American Hair Loss Council. For years she joined her salon cancer clients at wig stores to assist them in a selection, but was frustrated with options and information. More and more women are loosing hair and salon services weren’t helping enough. So in 2011 Stacey jumpstarted her hair restoration business with the Volumizer by EVOLVE Hair Goods. Evolve Volumizer is integrated with your own hair. “With my skills as a hair stylist I can cut and color as needed to create a fuller hairstyle and the Invisible part is fantastic”. The Volumizer helps where extension do not. Stacey was the first Stylist in Tennessee to become Certified with Evolve. The Evolve Volumizer is perfect for partial needs with some hair loss predominantly on top and are gently attached without adhesives, requiring resets in the salon.
They are meticulously and caringly handcrafted to ensure a natural look and feel. Each individual design offers comfort, rich colors and textures. to best fit your lifestyle. Once you have a volumizer you can customize your new hair through color, texture and cutting to any style. Her assistant, Jenn Crews is trained with the Evolve system and has a passion to help women. She too experiences thin hair and wears the Volumizer. Jenn offers wig maintenance and has classes to teach steps for home maintenance. Stacey is also a Certified Atelier with FOLLEA of Beverly Hills, USA, “Nature’s Most Beautiful Hair”. Follea full wigs and Topettes made with silky European hair. The Follea Gripper is a solution for children and women of all ages with extreme hair thinning or complete hair loss. The lace front, mono-top with European hair is incredibly beautiful. Their new collection; F-Monde presenting beautiful, never frizz wonderful natural waves, giving fullness and for women of color. Jon Renau Exclusive Human and
Synthetic Hair Wigs for many of her clients. Their collections provide a wide variety of every need and budget. Their new Heat Defiant Synthetic Collection is very natural looking and easy to style. Stacey offers comprehensive consultations for those just diagnosed, with as much support and professional advice as possible to assist them on their path to recovery. Cancer can rob a person of their energy and strength, hair loss can drain a women’s self-esteem but it does not have to take away your self-confidence! Please call for a free consultation in a private suite. FOLLEA - EVOLVE Volumizer – JON RENAU Exclusive Human/Synthetic Collections - SHORT2LONG Extensions DURING CONSULTATION: • What is your amount of hair loss? • What is your current hair style or style you want? • How long will you need a wig or hairpiece? • What budget you find comfortable? • What is your ability and time to care for it?
Solutions for hair loss HAIR REPLACEMENT PRODUCTS FOR WOMEN By: Stacey M. Handel, Owner Garde Bien SpaSalon, Inc. Wig Atelier and Master Stylist What’s in a wig? Mystery Solved…. UNDESTANDING WIGS Is it all about the Hair? Many wig companies will use the term “human hair” but it is important to know, that is a general term because the quality, type and how it is treated vary so much. There is no agency to oversee the accuracy of labeling, so use a trusted source. “Hair is the Ultimate Accessory” HUMAN HAIR Origin of the hair is important as it determines the texture, color and denier weight. Just as fabric reacts to laundering and how it feels. Denim and silk are very different but have advantages and disadvantages depending on what you want. The frequency of washing and heat styling will best determine the hair for you. Certain hair types are less practical for wearable solutions that are shampooed, blown dry and heat styled often. They would fade, tangle or become dry. The longer the hair, the more expense. More expensive doesn’t always mean it is better for you. European/Russian- from Eastern Europe, is more rare and the price usually reflects this, especially blonde. It is most like Caucasian. It is fine and strong and comes in many colors. Indian - from India. Usually naturally wavy, never straight, more prevalent, is a bit less expensive than European hair and wonderful for wavy or soft curl without texturizing (perm). Mongolian- has body and usually darker in color. Malaysian- is very straight, typically dark shades, reacts well to texturizing. Chinese – is more course texture than others and typically very straight, sturdy and can be colored to any shade and creates volume well. HAIR PROCESSES Single Drawn/Double Drawn- this is how the hair is collected and aligned in similar lengths for use, double drawn is more expensive. Virgin Hair – unprocessed, not colored or texturized, cuticles are aligned. Remy Hair – cuticle aligned, no coatings, generally does not tangle with prop-
er care. Non-Remy – most common, cuticles may run up or down and sometimes coated for smoothness but coating may wash off with improper care resulting in more tangling. SYNTHETIC HAIR Technology has improved man-made fibers used for wigs. Unlike those of the past, new heat resistant materials can provide longer lasting styles, natural colors and many textures for hair. The texture memory of the fibers helps the style stay the same to make this option wonderful for women who are not able to style their hair due to illness, injury or because they weren’t given the hair stylist gene. THE CAP The ‘Cap’ is what the hair fibers are attached to for comfort, fit and a natural look. The categories define its cost and durability. Full cap, partial cap, mesh base, etc. Standard weft/open caps where hair is machine sewn on to strips of fabric and the wefts may have large spaces between the strips. They are lined with net material and stretchable to fit. They are lightweight and affordable but versatility is limited. One size fits all so many women use combs or hair tape for a better fit. Some women pull their own hair thru opening between wefts. These are breathable and stretchy but have an unnatural hairline and part with one style direction. Mono-Top caps use a monofilament material that looks like skin to hand tie hair in a part or the entire top. Polyurethane edge adds durability. These are better suited for women with significant hair loss from chemo or alopecia. This cap design is more expensive but worth every penny if you want a natural look. Lace Front Cap is a hairline design great for wearing hair off the face. The lace can be cut by a trained stylist to mimic a particular hair line. Lace adds expense to any wig but is an important feature for some styles. Fully Hand Tied caps when parted will look very natural throughout. Silicone Mesh – Base used for handtying hair for wearable solutions allowing water to permeate for shampooing and drying. Silicone is anti-microbial and durable. Mono can be added.
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3-D Technology more effective in detecting cancer After years of being called back for follow-up appointments following her mammogram, Deborah Walsh had grown accustomed to the routine. Her dense breasts made her annual screenings more difficult to read, and each year her follow-up appointment was normal. However, in 2014, Walsh opted for tomosynthesis at Parkwest Comprehensive Breast Center. Tomosynthesis is a digital mammogram that uses 3-D technology to capture images of the breast from different angles. Its high-resolution offers better detection for the 40% of women nationwide who have dense breast tissue like Walsh. With the new test, Walsh’s test no longer yielded uncertain results. A malignancy was detected in her left breast. The tomosynthesis had revealed a tumor less than a centimeter in size that was impossible to find in a self-breast exam. When faced with the news, Walsh relied on the support of her team of physicians
at the Breast Center for support. Her surgeon, Lytle Brown, MD, breast center radiologist, Amanda Squires, MD, and other staff provided her with a well-rounded plan that included input from oncologists, geneticists and pathologists. She opted for a lumpectomy and sentinel node procedure to treat the cancer. Tomosynthesis was the difference for Walsh. “We’ve come so far with breast cancer,” she said. “Catching it early will save your life.” Parkwest Comprehensive Breast Cancer was the first breast center in East Tennessee to offer tomosynthesis. No referral is required to schedule an appointment, and the test is billed as a regular mammogram. Schedule your screening at Parkwest by calling 865-3737010. ~ Submitted by Parkwest Comprehensive Breast Cancer Photo Submitted
UPCOMING EVENTS Light the Night Walk benefitting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society raises funds for blood cancer research Tennessee chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will hold its annual Light The Night Walk on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Circle Park on The University of Tennessee campus. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and the walk will start at 7:30 p.m. Bob Kesling will emcee the program, along with Corporate Walk chair Scott Warwick of Provision Health Alliance, and participants enjoy music from a DJ, fireworks, a fun kid’s zone and bring awareness to blood cancer and hope to patients and their families. The walk is about 1.2 miles along the UT campus and an estimated 2,000 walkers will participate. LLS hosts walks in more than 200 communities across the United States and Canada. Participants carry illuminated lanterns — white for survivors, red for supporters and gold to remember those who have died – to honor and commemorate lives touched by blood cancer. Funds raised through corporate and individual contributions help to find cures and better therapies for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and to provide information, education and support for patients and their families. Last year, the Tennessee Chapter gave more than $92,000 directly to patients
and $1.3 million in co-pay assistance. To find out more about forming a team or participating in a Light The Night Walk this fall, go to www.lightthenight.org/tn. About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The Tennessee chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is located in Nashville and provides services and support to patients and their families across the state. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to curing blood cancers. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. For more information, please call the Tennessee chapter office at 615-331-2980 or 800-3322980. Light The Night is a registered trademark of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer Registration is underway for the 2014 BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer. Sign up today to walk or run with us on Sunday, Nov. 9, at World’s Fair Park. BUDDY’S Race is a 5K race that supports the Thompson Cancer Survival Center’s Outreach Program. To date the race has raised $5 million to support cancer screenings and education for medically underserved individuals in East Tennessee. Online registration is available at www.buddysrace.org. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for children (18 and under) for either the 5K or the 1mile walk in the park. If you aren’t a walker or a runner, there is still a way for you to participate — sign up for the “afternoon nap” option to support the race from the comfort of your couch! The fundraising goal for the 2014 Race is $475,000, with 5,000 registered participants. Funds raised through the race will provide prostate, skin, colon and cervical cancer screenings and mammogra-
phy in 18 counties across our region. Sign up now and be a part of saving the lives of our friends and neighbors! “My husband, Jason, never wanted another person to suffer through bouts of cancer if they could have access to screenings that could detect the disease early,” Melissa Edwards, race chair, said. “Please join me in making Jason’s wish to help others come true. Be a part of the 2014 BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer and make a difference in the lives of people right here in East Tennessee.” Thompson Cancer Survival Center is committed to the belief that every person deserves a fighting chance to defeat cancer. We gratefully acknowledge our BUDDY’S Race Against Cancer sponsors and participants for joining the Center in that fight. Thank you! For more information about the race or to register, visit www.buddysrace.org or call 865-541-1227.
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More than a wig Stacey Handel, owner-stylist of Garde Bien SpaSalon, Farragut, is dedicated to offering salon services previously unavailable to the area with an uncommon passion to provide sensitivity in care and privacy to clientele. She offers innovative life changing solutions with wigs and volumizers for women needing or wanting fuller, thicker hair. Whether from chemotherapy, medications, the ‘thin-hair’ gene or other issues, there is an affordable solution. Dawn Tesh, a mom, Jewelry Television Hostess and 2014 spokesperson for Susan G. Komen Knoxville Affiliate sought Stacey’s help after chemotherapy. She needed to maintain
“her look” as best she could for appearances. “I’m so fortunate and blessed to have found Stacey. Not one person can tell I’m wearing a wig,” exclaimed Dawn, who said even her oncologist couldn’t tell! “I selected silky, human hair and our most natural scalp and hairline design for Dawn,” said Stacey. “A perfect wig will help retain her identity, build esteem, and provide privacy.” For your life changing consultation call Stacey: 865.671.1996 or visit www.gardebien.com. ~ By Linda Tirban
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Above: Stacey Handel, owner of Garde Bien SpaSalon, assists client Dawn Tesh. Free consultations are available in the comfort of a private suite. Above left: Jenn Crews, Stacey's assistant, works with an Envolve product. Classes are offered to teach steps for home maintenance.
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There’s no more cloudy!’ There was no grogginess the way you would expect someone to have when they come out of surgery. He was ready to jump off the bed and take off running!” Of course, that was not to be. He was never able to return to the duct-cleaning franchise he had started, as chemo and radiation treatments soon took up most of his time and energy. But it was there in that chemo chair at Thompson Cancer Survival Center that he saw the poster that “ignited” his dream, a dream that is now being carried on by Melissa who also believes in that dream.
“This I believe in because it’s local, it stays HERE, it helps people HERE and it’s all about helping people HERE,” she said. “I love my husband. He was the love of my life, but I know he would not want me to stop doing what I am doing because he believed in it. He loved it. He wasn’t one to readily jump into fundraising. If it was something he believed in, he was all in. And for me to be able to continue with that dream for him – he wanted to eliminate cancer – I don’t think I’ll see that in my lifetime but if we can help people stop cancer in its tracks, then it’s worth every minute we spend doing it.” For more information, visit BuddysRace.org.
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Hometown pharmacy offers personalized attention East Tennessee Discount Drugs has been Lenoir City’s hometown family pharmacy since 1981. Not only do they have a full service pharmacy, but also offer quality home health care products at affordable prices. Also, within the store, customers can shop for gifts at Gifts Unique and shop at Befitting You Mastectomy Boutique. All of the departments provide personalized attention and customer service. Another specialty within the store is The Fresh Pharmacy, which offers an integrative approach to medicine and optimum health through custom compounding, traditional prescriptions, complementary and natural remedies, personalized formulations for topical pain relief and custom flavors for prescriptions and natural remedies. Special flavors are even available for animals. Customers can stop by anytime for a personal consultation regarding specific needs. Gifts Unique offers a tremendous selec-
tion of hand-picked one of kind gifts and keepsakes. The selections include figurines, wedding gifts, purses, jewelry, candles, holiday and seasonal items, and collectibles you and your friends and family will cherish! Befitting You Mastectomy Boutique was designed for women who have undergone breast surgery or are currently in treatment for cancer. After breast surgery many women believe they will never feel whole again or look like their former selves. This can be a difficult and emotional time for a woman. The boutique specializes in custom fittings for mastectomies, lumpectomies, and reconstruction. It presents a large selection of camisoles, post mastectomy bras, breast prostheses and lumpectomy forms, wigs, turbans, head coverings and swimwear. Befitting You Mastectomy Boutique has four convenient locations: East Tennessee Discount Drugs in Lenoir City, UT Cancer
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ods may find it helpful to pick a particular day, such as the first day of the month, to remind herself that it is time to do BSE. If you discover anything unusual, such as a lump, a discharge from the nipple, or dimpling or puckering of the skin, you should see your doctor at once. Remember, eight out of 10 biopsied breast lumps are not cancer. Many women have irregular or “lumpy” breasts. The term “benign breast condition” refers to those changes in a woman’s breasts that are not cancerous. Many doctors believe that nearly all
women have some benign breast changes after age 30, but any change is best diagnosed by your doctor. Discussing BSE with your doctor will help you understand the procedure better. Ask your doctor or other health professional to review with you the steps of BSE, as well as to explain what you are feeling in your breasts. This will assure you that you are doing your BSE correctly and thoroughly, and you will gain more confidence in examining your breasts. Remember every part of the breast cancer detection plan: • Regular Mammograms.
• Regular Digital infrared thermogram screening • Routine breast examination by a health professional. • Monthly breast self-examination. Breast self-examination should be done once a month so you become familiar with the usual appearance and feel of your breasts. Familiarity makes it easier to notice any changes in the breast from one month to another. Early discovery of a change from what is “normal” is the main idea behind BSE. The outlook is much better if you detect cancer in an early stage.
under 50 years of age. DITI may be especially appropriate for younger women under 50 whose denser breast tissue makes it more difficult for mammography to pick up suspicious lesions. This test can provide a “clinical marker” to the physician just before clinical breast examination as well as to the mammographer before the mammogram is
performed, that a specific area of the breast needs particularly close examination. DITI is performed using infra-red cameras, a clinician images, or “thermograms” of the breasts. The digitized images are stored electronically to a central database where a physician, such as a radiologist or imaging specialist, can perform statistical
analysis. When a Thermogram is positive, the job of differential diagnosis begins. Reports are color printed and sent to the patients’ physician/specialist. For more information, contact June Carver Drennon at Thermography Limited june@thermographyltd.com, 423-756-2443, 866-991-4714.
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changes in your breasts from one month to another. In fact, some health professionals suggest that, at first, women do BSE every day for a month so that they really know the "geography" of their breasts. Early discovery of a change from what is normal is the whole idea behind BSE. The best time to do BSE is 2 or 3 days after the end of your period, when your breasts are least likely to be tender or swollen. A woman who no longer has peri-
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This test is designed to improve chances for detection of fast-growing, active tumors in the intervals between mammographic screenings or when mammography is not indicated by screening guidelines for women
Did you know? Research has consistently shown that consuming alcoholic beverages increases a woman's risk of hormonereceptor-positive breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, a woman's risk of developing breast cancer increases with the amount of alcohol she consumes. When compared with nondrinkers, women who consume one alcoholic beverage per day have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer. But the risk of developing breast cancer is roughly one and a half times greater for those women who consume between two and five alcoholic beverages per day when compared to nondrinkers. Breastcancer.org notes that experts estimate that a woman's risk of developing breast cancer increases by 10 percent for each additional drink she consumes each day. The risk is considerable for young girls who consume alcohol as well, as teen and tween girls between the ages of nine and 15 who drink three to five drinks per week have three times the risk of developing benign breast lumps, which have been linked to a higher risk of breast cancer later in life.
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Cancer Support Community’s October Program Listings • Oct.12, 19, and 26, 5-7 p.m. Mindfulness Too: Opening to Joy. Dianne Lemieux, PhD. One purpose in life is to experience joy and happiness. Finding joy can be difficult, particularly in times of great personal challenge. Join us as we explore nine choices that extremely happy people make on a daily basis. Some mindfulness experience is recommended. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Networker. This drop-in group is open for those with leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and myeloproliferative disorders and their support persons. Participants will be able to exchange information, discuss concerns and experiences. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 11, 10-11:30 a.m. Prostate Cancer Networker. This group is an opportunity for men to network with other men about their experiences with prostate cancer. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865546-4661 for more info. * • Oct. 14, noon-1:30 p.m. Nutrition Ammunition: Micronutrients: Partners in Good Nutrition. Beth Booker, MS, MPH, RD. Micronutrients are vitamins, minerals, and more! Learn what they do in your body and how to make the most of these helpful compounds. Lunch provided by Mellow Mushroom. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 14, 5-6:15 p.m. Kid-to-Kid: Fun with a Purpose. Kathleen Williams, LCSW. Your children will gain coping skills and have opportunities to talk about a loved one’s cancer diagnosis while also having fun. Parents are invited to attend Restorative Yoga class in the next room from 5:00 to 6:00pm. 2230 Sutherland Ave. RSVP to 865-546-4661.* • Oct. 15, 1:30-3 p.m. Women with Advanced Cancer Networker. Join other women who are living with cancer as a chronic illness to discuss feelings and experiences that are unique to women with advanced cancer. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 15, 6-7:30 p.m. An Evening of Humor with Christine Clifford. Christine Clifford, Humorist and Author. Enjoy a lively evening of humor and healing with Christine Clifford, author of “Laugh Til it Heals” and “Not Now, I’m Having a No Hair
Day.” Bring the special people in your life to honor survivorship and connect with others at the Cancer Support Community as part of our 24th Birthday Celebration. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrating the Art of Survivorship. The 2014 Fall Luncheon and Silent Auction. This year's event will feature guest speaker Christine Clifford, author, humorist and CEO of The Cancer Club. Christine will speak on the connection between health and humor as well as share her own personal story of cancer survivorship. It will be held at The Foundry at World’s Fair Park. Tickets are $70. Call 865-546-4661 to RSVP or for more information. • Oct. 16, 4:30-6 p.m. Family Bereavement Group. CSC is committed to providing bereavement services to those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Please contact our clinical staff at 546-4661 for bereavement support for adults on the third Thursday of each month from 4:30-6 p.m. 2230 Sutherland Ave.* • Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Family Fun with Cooking. Laura Parker and Kathleen Williams, LCSW. Looking for more help in the kitchen? Bring the kids and join Laura for a fun-filled morning as she teaches kids of all ages several dishes they can prepare for themselves as well as one meal they can prepare for the whole family! Come cook, eat, and have fun with others. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 20, noon-1:30 p.m. Quick and Tasty Cooking: Fall Soups. Missy Kennedy, Cooking Instructor. Enjoy sampling and taking home new recipes for yummy fall soups. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info. * • Oct. 22, 6-8 p.m. Frankly Speaking about Breast Reconstruction. Jay Lucas, MD, The Lucas Center for Plastic Surgery. This program is designed to provide information about breast reconstruction and non-reconstruction options. Women diagnosed with breast cancer and their support people are invited to learn about reconstruction options, how to make decisions that are right for them, and medical factors that impact those decisions. A light meal will be served. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 23, 1-3 p.m. Knit Your Way to Wellness. Shelley Hecht, Loopville and
Beth Hamil, CSC. Whether you are a novice knitter or an old pro, you are invited to join Shelley, Beth and the gaggle of knitters. Bring your own project or join others in learning a new one. Starter supplies are available. Special attention will be provided to beginners interested in learning how to knit and experiencing the meditative quality of knitting. 2230 Sutherland Ave. RSVP to 865-5464661.* • Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-noon. Mindfulness in Everyday Life: Developing Loving Kindness. Ann Pendley, Meditation Instructor. We are encouraged to “love thy neighbor as thyself.” Explore mindfulness practices that help develop a more joyful sense of compassion toward oneself and others. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m. Exploring Music for Health. Sara Matayoshi, Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Violinist. Music is part of our everyday lives and can be used to relieve stress, promote relaxation, and help us connect with others. Join Sara for this holistic experience using music assisted guided imagery, guided listening, and active participation. No experience needed. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Oct. 30, 1-3 p.m. Healing Through Art: Create Your Own Themed Pumpkin. Shelley Mangold, Art Instructor. Give your pumpkin character by using a variety of mixed media that speaks to you. CSC will provide the pumpkins and art supplies; you provide the creative juices! 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Save the Date for Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. A Sampling of Cancer Support Community. If you are in the active treatment process or up to two years post treatment, you and your support persons are encouraged to register for this special day of relaxation and renewal. We will offer a sampling of CSC programs including restorative yoga, Tai Chi, nutrition (Yummy Lunch!) and more. Come and get a taste of CSC offerings all in one day! 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Weekly cancer survivor support groups, Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.* • Weekly support groups for cancer caregivers, Monday evenings. 2230 Sutherland Ave. Call 865-546-4661 for more info.*
*All Cancer Support Community programs are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer.
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Bill Enser, Chairman for Fox Den for the Cure, and Barbara Enser
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Fox Den for a Cure Fox Den for a Cure: A “grassroots” effort by Fox Den Country Club that began in 2007 and has raised more than $176,000 to benefit Susan G. Komen Knoxville was held Friday, Sept. 26, at Fox Den Country Club. Jess Curtis, communications and administrative assistant for Fox Den, said, “The above total does not include the 2014 estimated donation amount of more than $65,000 and proceeds from the Junior Tennis Pro Am, Trash to Treasures Auction, Rally For A Cure, and 9 Hole Ladies Cookbook sale, which happen later this year. This year’s Silent Auction & Dinner Dance: With more than 280 silent auction items and 235 in attendance, was the event of the night. More than $30,000 was raised for Susan G. Komen Knoxville. Events included not only the silent auction, but dinner, wine pull, raffle, Rick Terry grab bags and a DJ. Fox Den is no stranger to supporting Susan G. Komen Knoxville. Since 2007, Fox Den Country Club’s membership has helped in the fight against breast cancer by hosting the annual Fox Den for a Cure fundraiser. “The first year could be considered a “grass roots” effort resulting in the Volley for the Cure Pro- Am tennis event,” Curtis said. “The goal of the event has always been to help the people of Knoxville by promoting prevention through screening and assisting with support of those diagnosed with breast cancer.” In 2010, she added, activities expanded and broadened to include many more opportunities for members to participate in the fundraising efforts. The first Silent Auction & Dinner Dance event was held and golfing members began participating by sponsoring different golfing challenges. The committee took a comprehensive approach in 2011 and renamed the event Fox Den for a Cure. “This name change more accurately described where we are today in our efforts to help our community,” Curtis said. “We now have membership coming together in a variety of ways to donate and raise money for this charity. Of the money the Club donates, 75 percent is used in our local area for screening and support of breast cancer patients, with the remaining 25 percent going to research at a national level.
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Ralph Ferraro and Margaret Laning, Vice Chair for Fox Den for a Cure
From left, Jane Haynes; Ryan Haynes, State Representative; Natalie Keeney and Ray Keeney
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Taylor Wilson, Grayson BMW Platinum Sponsor, and Pamela Wilson
Margaret Laning, Vice Chair for Fox Den for a Cure, and Barbara Enser
Photos Submitted • Images by Jess Curtis, Fox Den Communications & Administrative Assistant and Barbara Enser, Fox Den for a Cure Committee Member
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