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The Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation advocates preventive technologies, nutrition and exercise as proactive ways to lessen the impact of breast cancer. Complementary medicine programs funded by miles of Hope include: massage therapy, reiki, acupuncture, music therapy, sports/exercise/dance, yoga and art therapy programs to enhance recovery.
Listed below are current complementary medicine programs and contact information offered to breast cancer patients/survivors free of charge thanks to grants from Miles of Hope.
County
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Program
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Location
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Contact
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For More Information
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| Dutchess |
Massage Therapy |
Dyson Cancer Center, Vassar Brothers Medical Center |
(845) 616-5363 |
Website |
| Complementary Therapies |
St. Francis Hospital |
(845) 483-5855 |
Flyer 1 Flyer 2 |
| Wigs, post-surgical products |
Specialty Fittings at La Boutique, Dyson Cancer Center |
(845) 483-6522 |
Website |
| Ulster |
Wigs, post-surgical products |
Specialty Fittings at Benedictine Hospital |
(845) 340-1000 |
Website |
| Acupuncture |
Various |
(845) 339-4673 |
Website |
| Wellness Programs |
Benedictine Hospital |
(845) 483-2071 |
Website |
| Westchester |
Support groups |
Gilda’s Club of Westchester |
(914) 644-8844 |
Website |
| Support Groups |
Support Connection |
(914) 962-6402 or 1-800-532-4290 |
Website |
| Rockland |
Tennis for Survivors |
Tennis For Life |
(845) 365-0147 |
Website |
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