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Bag It News
October 2020
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So, how are you? 
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Let’s face it, months into life during a pandemic, everyone is struggling on some level. A Kaiser poll indicated that over 50% of Americans report that the pandemic and social-distancing are affecting their mental health. More people report that they are experiencing depression and anxiety. Emergency hotlines have noted over a 1000% increase in calls in comparison to 2019. If you need help, please get help.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the COVID-19 pandemic can cause strong feelings of stress for adults and children, including:
  1. Fear & worry about your own health & the health of your loved ones
  2. Changes in sleep or eating patterns
  3. Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
  4. Worsening of chronic physical health problems
  5. Worsening of mental health conditions
If you’re experiencing any of these, there are ways to manage your symptoms and cope while maintaining physical distancing.

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If you or someone you care about feels overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression or anxiety, or like you want to harm yourself or others, call 911. You can also contact:
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress 24/7 Helpline at 800-985-5990
  • National Suicide Prevention 24/7 Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text MHFA to 741741 to talk to a Crisis Text Line counselor
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Bag It Educates, Supports, and Empowers those impacted by cancer. 
We help patients, caregivers, and cancer advocates to Fight the Fear of Cancer through our two key programs: the Bag It bag and Escape to THRIVE. The bag helps anyone with any type of cancer to cope with their diagnosis and become active members of their treatment team. Escape to THRIVE is a national leadership conference to support cancer advocates.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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