Breast Cancer Genetics (Episode 15)

Is breast cancer hereditary? Listen in as Alegent Health Cancer Genetics Nurse, Twila Westercamp, discusses how genetics can play a role in developing the disease. This week's other guest is Carrie, a breast cancer survivor whose immediate family members have also suffered from cancer.

Every Woman Matters (Episode 14)

Every Woman Matters is a program designed to help those who can't help themselves. The program is for women 40 through 64 years of age, who have limited or no health insurance, and have a low or medium income. Since its inception in 1991, EWM has screened 60,253 women and diagnosed 781 breast cancers. EWM marketing specialist, Tracy Bono and Susan G. Komen Executive director, Lynette Farhart, are this week's guests.

Lympedema (Episode 13)

Lympedema is the chronic swelling of a body part which affects millions world-wide. Usually, Lympedema happens after cancer surgery or radiation therapy. More than three million breast cancer patients are expected to experience the condition, and anyone who has had cancer treatment that has affected the lymph nodes is at risk. Alegent Health Occupational Therapist Rachel Clasemann, and breast cancer survivor, Loretta, are this week's guests. Listen in as they share their experiences and talk about treatment for this condition.

Reconstructive Surgery (Episode 12)

Reconstructive surgery is an integral part of breast cancer treatment. It can improve physical appearance as well promote a sense of wellness for both the patient and her family. Alegent Health plastic surgeon, Dr. Nagi Ayoub, explains the many reconstructive options and how recent surgical improvements are providing patients with better results. Chris and Nancy, breast cancer survivors, join Dr. Ayoub to share their stories.

Nutrition (Episode 11)

A healthy diet is an important part of cancer treatment. Good eating habits during cancer care help patients cope with the effects of the cancer and its treatment. An Alegent Health dietician and a breast cancer survivor talks about how eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help patients feel better and stay stronger.

Clinical Trials (Episode 10)

Alegent Health Cancer Center participates in more than 70 national clinical trials each year and is a part of the Missouri Valley Cancer Consortium CCOP, a program that provides access to hundreds of cancer-related studies throughout the country. Studies are available for cancer control, cancer prevention and cancer treatment. Cathy Basham, Research Nurse Specialist at Alegent Health, and Jan Gunderson, cancer survivor and a clinical trail participant, are this week's guests.

Mrs. Nebraska 2007 (Episode 9)

Mrs. Nebraska 2007, Michele Strom talks about her passion for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation and how she is using her unique opportunity to help the fight against breast cancer. Also joining the discussion are Lynette Farhart, the Nebraska chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure executive director, and Adrianne Wemmert, R.N., B.S.N., mission specialist.