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Dear friends of the Survivorship Program,

Cancer survivors may be at increased risk of bone fractures. Studies have shown, for example, that breast cancer survivors tend to have lower bone density compared to healthy women. The same can be true for men who have had prostate cancer. This may be because some cancer treatments weaken bones. Being diagnosed and treated with cancer can also lead to physical inactivity, which puts survivors at greater risk of poor bone health.

This edition of "Survive and Thrive" features information about bone health for cancer survivors. Being aware of this potential late effect and what you can do to prevent or minimize it can help you promote your healthiest life possible.

Wishing you well,

Bone Health: Steps to a healthy skeleton

Treatment for cancer may put survivors at increased risk for osteoporosis and bone fracture, so knowing what you can do to ensure the health of your bones is important.
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Exercise and Thrive

Beginning in February 2009 the Hutchinson Center Survivorship Program will offer another session of its 10-week strength-and-fitness program, Exercise and Thrive, for people who have completed cancer treatment.
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Research for Survivors

Breast Cancer Survivors: Take Care to Preserve Bone Strength
While many women worry about keeping their bones strong and stable as they age, survivors of breast cancer may need to take special care to preserve bone health and strength.
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Survivor Profile

Johanna Flynn
Johanna Flynn, a 56-year-old survivor of breast cancer, feels that she has found a medical home in the Survivorship Program.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is osteoporosis?
Quick Facts on Bone Health
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Learn more about the Survivorship Program

For more information on the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program, or to arrange an appointment for yourself, a friend or family member, call 1-866.543.4272, email us at survivor@fhcrc.org or visit our Web site at www.fhcrc.org/survivorship. We hope to hear from you soon.

Questions

To submit comments or questions about the newsletter, or to be added to or deleted from our mailing list, please contact the Survivorship Program at (206) 667-2814 or by e-mail at survivor@fhcrc.org.