Healing My Body and Spirit After Pancreatic Cancer
…went to the gym. Now, I had to accept that cancer had changed everything. I am so grateful that a friend told me about the Leonard P. Zakim Center for…
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ABC’s Dan Harris Shares His Journey to Mindfulness
…speech at the 13th annual Lenny Lecture sponsored by Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies, Adult Survivorship Program, and Perini Family Survivors’ Center. His talk centered on the…
Colon Cancer Patient Helps Others Improve Quality of Life
Ramel Rones, the Zakim Center instructor who introduced Sirlin to tai chi, qigong, and the mind-body connection, co-founded Cancer Wellness TV. Jeff Sirlin seemed to experience every side effect imaginable…
Can ‘Prehabilitation’ Benefit Cancer Patients?
…Read More: Beyond Cancer Podcast – Episode #4: Exercise and Cancer How Exercise Can Help Neuropathy Zakim Center Programs Jennifer Ligibel, MD, MPH, director of the Leonard P. Zakim for…
How Integrative Therapies Can Help Lung Cancer Patients
…Mathay, MD, LMT, oncology massage therapist and reiki master practitioner at Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies. Lung cancer patients often feel pain in the nerves or in…
Reiki and Qigong: How They Can Help Cancer Patients
Zakim Center qigong and tai chi master, Ramel Romes, teaches qigong to Dana-Farber patients. Cancer therapy can take a toll on one’s body and mind. Thankfully, there are a variety…
Can Acupuncture Ease Cancer Symptoms?
…of qi — a type of energy that flows through channels known as meridians. Dana-Farber staff acupuncturist Weidong Lu, MB, MPH, PhD, of the Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for…
Using Music to Cope with Cancer: 5 Patient Stories
…playlist. The Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living provides music therapy consultations and group programs free of charge to Dana-Farber patients. For more information, please call 617-632-3322 or email Zakim_Center@dfci.harvard.edu….
How to Maintain Muscle Health During Cancer Treatment
…Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. “Instead, it’s incredibly important for patients to stay active throughout treatment.” Studies show that patients who have more…
Recipe: Cran-Chevre Salad
…Transport fruit to a mixing bowl and gently stir in crumbled goat cheese and walnuts. Refrigerate until ready to serve. This content was adapted from Zakim’s Kitchen: Healthier Spins on…
Can Plant-Based Diets Help Prevent Breast Cancer?
…risk of premenopausal and postmenopausal breast cancer For practical ways to apply this knowledge, the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber offers online cooking…
Tips for Keeping Your Mind Healthy and Active in the Time of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
…today? If you’re a patient at Dana-Farber, make sure to explore the ongoing virtual classes offered by the Institute’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living. The…
Meditation: What It Is and How To Try It
…talk with Patricia Arcari, PhD, RN, program manager for meditation and mindfulness at Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living, in this podcast. We cover topics…
What is Strength Training and Can It Help Cancer Patients?
…body weight or from gym equipment. We spoke to Nancy Campbell, MS, an exercise physiologist at Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies, who offers exercise consults to cancer…
Recipe: Apple Cider Sparkler
…adapted from Zakim’s Kitchen: Healthier Spins on Holiday Favorites, an event by the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber. The event was also sponsored by the Friends…
Recipe: Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
…from Zakim’s Kitchen: Healthier Spins on Holiday Favorites, an event by the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber. The event was also sponsored by…
What Are the Best Yoga Poses for Breast Cancer Patients? [Infographic]
…of the Zakim Center. Specific benefits of regular yoga practice include: Increased body awareness Improved cardiovascular, respiratory, and bone health Better blood flow Enhanced mood, sleep, and concentration, which are…
Common Questions About Alternative and Integrative Therapies, Answered [Podcast]
…In this podcast, we explore the evidence behind the use of alternative therapies in patients with cancer with Jennifer Ligibel, MD, director of the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative…
Rhythm Therapy: How Drum Circles Help Patients Cope with Cancer
…Aytekin joined the drum circle group offered through Dana-Farber’s Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies. The drum circle, Aytekin says, is a great way to spend her free time…
How Cancer Patients Can Benefit from a Lifestyle of Mindfulness
…mindfulness is the “ability to know what’s happening in your head right now without getting carried away by it.” Patricia Arcari, PhD, RN, of Dana-Farber’s Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies,…