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Would you like to learn more about nutrition, wellbeing, and psychological support, as well as movement and exercise? We've compiled a list of websites and resources to support you on your journey.
It is important to maintain a healthy diet during cancer treatment, particularly as bacteria in the gut can change when someone has AML and in response to therapy. Gut bacteria can also affect the body's immune response and infection risk.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Food and nutrition
Leukaemia Care
Living well with AML (page 38: Diet)
Blood Cancer UK
Blood cancer and eating well
Cancer Support Community
Diet and nutrition during cancer treatment
Leukaemia Foundation
Diet and nutrition during treatment
Cancer Research UK
Diet and exercise after acute myeloid leukaemia
Triage Cancer
Cancer, excercise, and nutrition
Chemocare
Eating well during chemotherapy
MDS Foundation
Building blocks of hope: AML edition (chapter 3, page 10: Diet, nutrition and hydration)
Patient Empowerment Network
Rx for community wellness
HealthTree Foundation
Nutrition for AML from diagnosis through transplant
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Nutrition and bone marrow failure diseases
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Nutrition and bone marrow failure disease - AAMDSIF Spring Virtual Conference
CancerCare
Nutrition
The AML journey can be challenging, with many ups and downs. It can be helpful to talk through your feelings or share your experiences with other patients. Psychological support, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, can also be beneficial.
Blood Cancer UK
Blood cancer: mind and emotions
Patient Empowerment Network
Whole patient support for AML
Know AML
Global Network: Forums
Triage Cancer
Cancer psychosocial care
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Patient and survivor care
Cancer Support Community
10 tips for living well with acute myeloid leukemia
Help For Cancer Caregivers
Library for information, education, and support
MDS Foundation
Building blocks of hope: AML edition (chapter 3, page 11: Emotions of living with AML)
Patient Empowerment Network
Rx for community wellness
HealthTree Foundation
AML chapters
Leukaemia Care
Ann Ashley Leukaemia Counselling Fund
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Emotional health
If you feel able to, it can be beneficial to keep as active as possible during your cancer journey. Movement and exercise can improve mood and wellbeing, as well as provide an activity to focus on during treatment.
Blood Cancer UK
Blood cancer and keeping active
HealthTree Foundation
Gaining strength with low impact exercise for acute myeloid leukemia patients
Leukaemia Care
Exercise
Triage Cancer
Cancer, exercise, and nutrition
Leukaemia Foundation
Exercise and blood cancer
Associazione Italiana contro le Leucemie
AML exercise manual (in Italian)
MDS Foundation
Building blocks of hope: AML edition (chapter 3, page 13: Exercise)
HealthTree Moves (Fitness Tracking App)
Download the App via the YouTube page
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Living your best life: Exercise and nutrition
Alongside medical treatment, some patients find complementary therapies help them feel better and more able to cope with treatments and side effects. Different complementary therapies include acupuncture, aromatherapy, reflexology, massage, meditation, and yoga.
Leukaemia Care
Living well with AML (page 78: Complementary therapies)
Blood Cancer UK
Complementary and alternative therapies
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Types of Complementary Therapies
Healthtalk
Complementary approaches and lifestyle changes
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
COVID-19 update: Focus on emotional health and wellness
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Bone Marrow Failure Patients webinar
CancerCare
Meditation
Treatments for AML can have side effects that may be difficult to cope with. However, there are many ways of managing side effects to improve your quality of life.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Managing side effects
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Managing physical side effects
Leukaemia Foundation
Side effects of AML treatment
Cancer (journal)
MASCC/ISOO clinical practice guidelines for the management of mucositis secondary to cancer therapy
Chemocare
Managing side effects
HealthTree Foundation
The caregiver's role in side effect management
Leukaemia Care
Common side effects of treatment
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Managing the side effects of bone marrow failure
It may be difficult to work when you are undergoing treatment for AML; however, there is often financial support available and there are employment laws in place to protect you. It is important to talk with your employer and explore options that allow you to return to work when you are ready.
Leukaemia Care
Financial hardship fund
Blood Cancer UK
Blood cancer: money and work
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Financial resources
MDS Foundation
Building blocks of hope: AML edition (chapter 3, page 12: Employment; and chapter 3, page 16: Finances and insurance)
HealthWell Foundation
Helping the underinsured afford critical medical treatments
HealthTree Foundation
AML financial and helpful resources
Leukaemia Care
Welfare services
Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation
Resources to help (US-based patients and families)
For country-specific information, please connect with your local support group.
Always check with your doctor before making any significant changes to your diet or exercise program.
