Introduction

 

Your emotional, social, physical, and spiritual well-being all influence your cancer experience. Because these important factors can support and strengthen your medical care, many cancer centers now include them as part of their programs. Through the links in the column at the right, you can explore these elements, from complementary treatments such as massage and acupuncture to exercise, sexuality, and spiritual healing.

This content was last reviewed August 15, 2010 by Dr. Reshma L. Mahtani.
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