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Hester Hill Schnipper, LICSW, BCD, OSW-C

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Ms. Hill Schnipper is chief of oncology social work at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, an adjunct professor at Simmons College School of Social Work and Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s first Hatcher Professor of Survivorship. Her daily clinical work includes the care of women living with all stages of breast and gynecologic cancer; she facilitates five support groups and develops other support and educational resources for her institution's oncology community. She has authored two books: Woman to Woman: A Handbook for Women Newly Diagnosed with Breast Cancer and After Breast Cancer: A Commonsense Guide to Life after Treatment.

In 1993 and again in 2005, Ms. Hill Schnipper was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy. She has two young adult daughters and lives with her husband in Concord, Massachusetts.

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Contributions

How ending treatment may impact your emotions

11/15/19 | BY: Helen Coons, Gregory D. Garber, Ruth Oratz, Hester Hill Schnipper, Lillie D. Shockney, Ruth Steinman

After initial treatment, relief often accompanies the completion of appointments and medications. However, reduced provider visits might lead to feelings of aimlessness or loss for both patients and caregivers.

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Fear of recurrence

11/05/19 | BY: Hester Hill Schnipper

Fear of recurrence, or fear of the cancer coming back, is one of the most common worries among women with breast cancer.

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 | 4 Min. Read |

Common fear of recurrence triggers

11/05/19 | BY: Linda Abrams, Beth Meyerowitz, Evelyn Robles-Rodriguez, Hester Hill Schnipper, Ruth Steinman

Certain events, anniversaries, or activities in your life could remind you of cancer and trigger, or bring out, your concerns about recurrence.

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 | 6 Min. Read |

Managing your fear of recurrence

11/05/19 | BY: Linda Abrams, Beth Meyerowitz, Evelyn Robles-Rodriguez, Hester Hill Schnipper, Ruth Steinman

There are many different ways to cope with fears after treatment is over. Try different strategies to find the ones that work best for you.

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 | 11 Min. Read |

Getting support for fear of recurrence

11/05/19 | BY: Linda Abrams, Beth Meyerowitz, Evelyn Robles-Rodriguez, Hester Hill Schnipper, Ruth Steinman

Talking about your fears will help you process them. Still, you may struggle to find someone you feel comfortable sharing your fears with.

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 | 8 Min. Read

Why fear of recurrence happens

11/05/19 | BY: Hester Hill Schnipper

Fear of cancer recurrence is prevalent post-breast cancer. Its impact varies, influenced by individual health history, information access, social support, coping mechanisms, and other factors.

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Seeing a professional

10/15/19 | BY: Helen Coons, Gregory D. Garber, Ruth Oratz, Hester Hill Schnipper, Lillie D. Shockney, Ruth Steinman

Talking with a professional who understands the emotional impact of breast cancer can help at any time. Look for someone you trust and feel comfortable talking to.

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 | 5 Min. Read

Your medical team

07/26/19 | BY: Carey Anders, Jennifer Simmons, Hester Hill Schnipper, Olufunmilayo I. Olopade, Andrea Pedano, Evelyn Robles-Rodriguez, Lillie D. Shockney, Page Tolbert, Frank Vicini, Larry Wickerham

Your healthcare providers are a key part of your support team. Many hospitals take a team-based approach to care, meaning your providers work together to follow your case and meet regularly to discuss your treatment.

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 | 7 Min. Read |

Fear of Recurrence Grows Over Time in People Who Are Younger at Diagnosis

06/18/18

Study finds younger and less optimistic breast cancer patients experience more fear of recurrence over time.

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 | 8 Min. Read

Study Finds People Who Have Breast Cancer Live Longer With Strong Social Support

07/06/17 | BY: Eric Fitzsimmons

Women with breast cancer tend to have better outcomes when they have a bigger network of friends, family and other social connections, but different types of social support were important for different women.

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 | 7 Min. Read