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What Kinds of Stressors Do Cancer Patients Face and How Can A Social Worker Help Ease The Burden?

An interview with Leah Hellerstein, LCSW, Part Two

Leah Hellerstein, LCSW has worked at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center for about three years as an outpatient oncology social worker. She can work with any of the cancer patients who may come through the hospital’s doors. … Continue reading

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How Do Caretakers Take Care of Themselves? An Interview with Angela Farley: Part One

In this two-part interview, Angela Farley of Teen Kitchen Project talks about why nutrition is vital for cancer patients and their families

Today SevenPonds speaks with Angela Farley, the founder and executive director of Teen Kitchen Project based in California. The organization provides nutritional whole foods to families experiencing a serious illness. Teenagers who volunteer get hands-on training in the kitchen providing … Continue reading

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An Interview with Rebecca Katz: Part Two

The conclusion of our interview with the food and nourishment expert

Last week, we published the first part of our interview with Rebecca Katz, chef, nutritionist, cookbook author, culinary translator and expert at cooking for people with cancer. Here, the conclusion of the interview. Liz: On your website, you have a … Continue reading

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