Women facing breast cancer and their families across New York State and the nation are invited to participate in a free online forum offering practical guidance on eating well, managing treatment side effects that affect eating and supporting recovery and overall well-being.
The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program, which has provided free support, education, counseling and resources to people affected by breast cancer since 1980, will present “Eating Well During Breast Cancer Treatment” on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom. Following Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the forum continues Adelphi’s decades-long commitment to providing women and their families with information, emotional support and resources throughout the breast cancer journey. The program will focus on maintaining good nutrition during treatment and the role that eating well plays in supporting physical and emotional well-being.
The forum will feature Karla Giboyeaux, MA, RDN, CDN, Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, who will discuss strategies to manage side effects that affect eating, along with practical recommendations to support well-being throughout treatment.
“Nutrition is an important part of caring for the body during breast cancer treatment,” said Giboyeaux. “Understanding nutritional needs and making informed choices about what and how to eat supports strength and overall well-being throughout treatment. Practical nutrition information gives women and their families guidance they can use every day as they navigate treatment and recovery.”
The online forum will also provide valuable information for spouses, family members and caregivers who want to better understand the nutritional needs of a loved one during treatment. Participants will learn about approaches to eating when treatment affects appetite and practical ways to maintain a balanced diet throughout the treatment and recovery process.
“Breast Cancer Awareness Month brings tremendous attention to screening, education and breast health, and that support needs to continue throughout the year,” said Reyna Machado, MA, MBA, Executive Director of the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program. “For more than four decades, our program has been here for breast cancer patients and their families. Programs like this provide practical information, education and support that contribute to physical and emotional well-being.”
The forum will be moderated by Marjorie Coello, LMSW, Bilingual Social Worker with the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
The forum is free, and advance registration is required. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email with event details and a Zoom link.