Health Tip: Feel Better by Looking Good
If you have a long-term illness, improving your appearance can help you feel better, the American Cancer Society says.
The ACS offers the following suggestions for improving the way you look (and feel):
- Take time to shave, wash and fix your hair or put on a wig or toupee, and put on makeup. Do this if you're at home, even in bed.
- Get new clothes or tailor your old ones to fit better.
- If you're able and it's OK with your doctor, treat yourself to a massage, facial, pedicure or manicure.
- Try to get as much exercise as you can each day. Even a brisk walk, if approved by your doctor, can do wonders toward making you look and feel better.
- Keep brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, and get dental checkups.
- Be sure to get enough sleep.
Health Tip: Getting Cancer Support
People struggling with a cancer diagnosis and treatment may need a lot of extra help and support.
The American Cancer Society offers these support suggestions for people with cancer, and their loved ones:
- Find a support group that meets a local hospital, by telephone or online.
- Enlist a nursing service that offers support, and if needed, home health care.
- Find a nutritional service that provides help and advice from professional dietitians.
- Use a rehabilitation service that provides physical and occupational therapy.
- Seek spiritual support from a local church or synagogue.
- Obtain social services, which may include counseling or financial aid.
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