What does it mean to be a cancer survivor?

Summary: What happens after you finish cancer treatment? For many women, being a "survivor" isn't as simple as just going back to normal. Dr. Shannon La Cava from UCLA Health explains that finishing treatment can actually be a really intense time. While friends and family might want to celebrate and immediately go out to the movies or grab drinks, the survivor often feels lost without their regular medical routine.

Survivorship is all about finding your own path, whether that means joining a support group, trying yoga, doing art, or just taking time to heal physically and mentally. It is a vital part of cancer care that puts the patient back in control of their mood, nutrition, and intimacy.

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