Exercise after a melanoma diagnosis
Can exercise really help those affected by a melanoma or skin cancer diagnosis? Exercise is an important part of living well after a diagnosis as… Read More »Exercise after a melanoma diagnosis
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Finding a ‘new normal’ after a cancer diagnosis can be difficult. MSCAN checks in with the experts who know about cancer and have suggestions on wellbeing after a melanoma or skin cancer diagnosis.
If you have been diagnosed with advanced melanoma, you can order a copy of MSCAN’s Spot on Resource.
We understand that this is a very difficult time. Through lived experience, the MSCAN team understands the (many) challenges in receiving a diagnosis and then living well after diagnosis.
Eating well while going through treatment for melanoma
The importance of eating well while going through treatment for melanoma or skin cancer Eating well is not always easy, and eating well during treatment… Read More »Eating well while going through treatment for melanoma
The fear of cancer recurrence
Finding a ‘new normal’ after a cancer diagnosis can be difficult. MSCAN checks in with the experts who know about cancer and have suggestions on… Read More »The fear of cancer recurrence
The square breathing technique
It is very common to feel overwhelmed with many thoughts when you have been diagnosed with melanoma or skin cancer. Try the Square Breathing technique… Read More »The square breathing technique
Your mental health and emotional wellbeing
Looking after your mental health and emotional wellbeing after a diagnosis of skin cancer or melanoma Looking after your mental health at the time of… Read More »Your mental health and emotional wellbeing
Handy hints
MSCAN’s top 10 handy hints after receiving a diagnosis of advanced melanoma or skin cancer Receiving a diagnosis of advanced (Stage III and Stage IV)… Read More »Handy hints
The role of the carer
Having a carer by your side will help provide emotional support through diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Most people who receive a serious skin cancer (including… Read More »The role of the carer
What they don’t tell you when you are first diagnosed with cancer
Pauline was 37 weeks pregnant with her second daughter when she discovered what she thought was a mole, was in fact a melanoma. Pauline shares… Read More »What they don’t tell you when you are first diagnosed with cancer