Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer

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- Overview of Clinical Trials and Why They Are Important, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - Understanding Your Treatment Options, including Clinical Trials - Concerns about Participating in Clinical Trials - Types of Clinical Trials - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits and Risks of Participation, in the Context of COVID-19 - How and Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Clinical Trial Participation, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, List of Questions & OpenNotes Discussion - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

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Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer

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Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing and Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You 56:49

9 дней назад56:49

56:49

- Overview of the Different Names for Biomarker Testing & Why They Can Be Helpful for Treatment - Tumor Marker Testing, Genomic Profiling, Genomic Sequencing, Molecular Profiling, Next Generation Sequencing - The Relationship Between Biomarker Testing & Precision Medicine - Types of Biomarker Tests for Cancer Treatment - Do I Need Biomarker Testing for My Cancer? - How is Biomarker Testing Done? Using Samples of Your Cancer & Your Healthy Cells - Samples are Sent to the Lab Where Pathologists Test for Certain Biomarkers - Some Results Might Lead to Genetic Testing – Inherited or Germline Mutations - Some Biomarker Testing is Done as Part of Clinical Trials for New Cancer Treatments - Other Uses of Biomarkers – Determining a Person’s Cancer Risk or Finding Cancer - Biomarkers Used to Show if a Treatment is Effective or May Show if Cancer is Returning - Biomarkers Play Such an Important Role in Choosing the Best Treatment for You & In Determining Your Progress - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer 55:49

6 weeks назад55:49

55:49

- Overview of Clinical Trials & Why They are Important - Understanding Your Treatment Options, Including Clinical Trials - Concerns About Participating in Clinical Trials - Types of Clinical Trials - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits & Risks of Participation - How & Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About Clinical Trial Participation - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Understanding Treatment-Related Skin Toxicity: Practical Tips to Cope with Rash, Dry/Itchy/Peeling Skin and Nail Changes 57:16

9 weeks назад57:16

57:16

- Skin Toxicity - How Cancer Treatments Affect Your Skin - The Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Skin Changes & Irritation - Practical Tips to Manage Rash, Dry/Itchy/Peeling Skin & Nail Changes - Sun Safety Tips During Cancer Treatments - When to Call Your Health Care Team about Skin Toxicity - The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - The Importance of Communicating with Your Health Care Team: Key Questions to Ask - Quality-of-Life Concerns - How to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Cancer in the Workplace, Health Insurance, Finances and Returning to School 1:06:03

14 weeks назад1:06:03

1:06:03

- Overview of the Challenges Young Adults Living with Cancer Face - Talking with the Health Care Team About Survivorship Questions & Concerns - Choosing Who & What to Tell Others: Disclosure - School: Deciding How to Deal with Financing Education– Community College, Technical Training, College, Graduate School – Scholarships - Financial Concerns, Including Health Insurance, School, College & Career - Knowing Your Rights: ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) & Additional Legal Protections - Working During Cancer Treatment: Suggestions from the Health Care Team - Dealing with Physical Changes Due to Cancer or Its Treatment - Short & Long-Term Follow-Up for Young Adult Cancer Survivors: Young Adult Follow-Up Clinic - Coping with Fear of Cancer Recurrence - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Quality-of-Life Concerns & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips 1:10:55

15 weeks назад1:10:55

1:10:55

- Overview of Young Adults Living with Cancer, Including Delays in Diagnosis - Where to Seek Cancer Treatment: Selecting Your Oncology Health Care Team, Including Young Adult Cancer Programs - The Importance of Treatment Summaries - Follow Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Talking with the Health Care Team About Survivorship Questions & Concerns - Financial Concerns, Including Health Insurance Coverage, School, College & Career - Knowing Your Rights: ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) & Additional Legal Protections - Choosing Who & What to Tell Others: Disclosure - Working During Cancer Treatment: Suggestions from the Health Care Team - Dealing with Physical Changes Due to Cancer or Its Treatment - Coping with Concerns About Cancer Recurrence - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions and Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Chemotherapy: Novel Approaches to Prevent and Manage Gastrointestinal Treatment Side Effects 1:04:47

17 weeks назад1:04:47

1:04:47

- Why Chemotherapy Causes Treatment Side Effects & Discomfort - Working with Your Healthcare Team to Better Understand & Cope with Potential Treatment Side Effects with a Plan to Manage or Prevent Them - Common Treatment Gastrointestinal (GI) Side Effects - You May Not Experience All of These - Loss of Appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Mouth Sores, Stomatitis, Diarrhea, Constipation, Weight Gain or Weight Loss - How Health Care Teams Approach Management & Prevention of These Common GI Side Effects - Prevention Strategies - The Role of the Oncology Nurse in Preventing Side Effects - Current Research Directions to Improve Control of GI Treatment Side Effects - Developing a Detailed Plan with Your Oncology Team to Manage and Prevent GI Chemotherapy Treatment Side Effects - The Importance of Being Prepared Before Treatment Starts - New Agents - The Importance of Clinical Trials - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, and Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Caregiving for Your Loved One with Cancer 51:52

25 weeks назад51:52

51:52

- Definition of a Caregiver - What Research Tells Us About Caregivers’ Well Being - Caregiving for an Older Adult - Caregiving for a Younger Adult - Caregiving for a Friend - Caregivers for Cancer Survivors - Couples, Partners, Siblings & Friends - Family, Partner & Friend Communication - Care Coordination: Challenges & Tips - Stresses on Family, Partners & Loved Ones - Coping with Holidays, Birthdays & Special Occasions - Managing Family, Friends, Partners & Traditions - The Important Role of Long-Distance Caregivers - Practical Tips for Managing Caregivers’ Stress - Strategies for Self-Care - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of Open Notes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship 55:47

27 weeks назад55:47

55:47

- Overview of Cancer Survivorship - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Fear of Recurrence - Finding Your New Normal - The Importance of Treatment Summaries and Encounter Notes - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist and Primary Care Doctor, Including Discussion of Health Screening and Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, and Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Highlights from the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting: The Art and Science of Cancer Care from Comfort to Cure 1:34:03

31 weeks назад1:34:03

1:34:03

- Overview of ASCO’s 2024 Theme – The Art and Science of Cancer from Comfort to Cure - Updates on the Treatment of Breast Cancer Presented at ASCO - Updates on the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer Presented at ASCO - The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Treatment Options - Updates on the Treatment of Prostate Cancer Presented at ASCO - Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Treatment Choices - Updates on the Treatment of Brain Cancer Presented at ASCO - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Updates on the Treatment of Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Presented at ASCO - Management of Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain - Updates on the Treatment of Sarcoma Presented at ASCO - Wrap-Up of Part I of ASCO 2024…

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Current Perspectives on the Future of Cancer Research 1:13:03

38 weeks назад1:13:03

1:13:03

- Understanding the Future of Cancer Research & Clinical Trials - Increased Focus on Earlier Detection & Treatment of Cancer - Health Care Disparities Research - Enhanced Knowledge of the Molecular Portrait of Cancer - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Driven Approaches for Diagnosis & Treatment of Cancer - Microsatellite Instability (MSI): Mutations in DNA Mismatch Repair Genes – Implications for Treatment - Immunotherapy - CAR T Cell Therapy - Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors & Blockade - Monoclonal Antibodies - Cancer Treatment Vaccines - Immune System Modulators - Targeted Immunotherapies - Radiopharmaceutical Therapy (RPT) - Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) - Robotic Surgery - Additional Focus on Lifestyle, Exercise, Nutrition & Hydration - Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

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How Health Care Disparities May Influence Your Cancer Treatment 59:22

39 weeks назад59:22

59:22

- Disproportionate Burden of COVID & Cancer on People of Color - Social Determinants of Health, Including Languages Spoken & Health Literacy - Influence of the Local & Regional Environment in Which You Live on Your Access to Oncology Care - Effect of COVID on Health Care Systems - How Race May Impact Your Access to Cancer Treatment, Management of Treatment Side Effects & Pain Management - How to Find the Right Cancer Care Team for You - Access to Cancer Treatment in the LGBTQI+ Community - Costs of Housing & Cancer Treatment - Food & Pharmacy Deserts - Food Insecurity: Tips to Increase Your Access to Health Promoting Nutrition - Work Commitments & Transportation to Treatment - Your Rights Under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) & Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - How Telehealth May Help You with Greater Health Equity - Practical Tips to Cope with Health Care Disparities: Valuing Your Identity - Guidelines for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Trusted Family/Friend to Join the Appointment, Quality-of-Life Concerns & Discussion of OpenNotes - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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What’s New in Precision Medicine 1:00:04

40 weeks назад1:00:04

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- Understanding Precision Medicine: Overview & Value of Precision Medicine - How Precision Medicine is Different from Targeted Treatments? - Precision Medicine Role’s in Informing Treatment Decisions: Predicting Response to Treatment - The Role of Precision Medicine in Deciding the Treatment for Lung Cancer, Leukemia & Colon Cancer - Talking with Your Health Care Team About Precision Medicine & its Benefits - The Role of the Pathologist - OpenNotes – Asking Your Health Care Team & Pathologist to Help You Understand OpenNotes - How Precision Medicine Contributes to Treatment Options & Quality of Life - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology & Prepared List of Questions - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Caring for Your Loved One with Cancer 1:00:43

44 weeks назад1:00:43

1:00:43

- Definition of a Caregiver - What Research Tells Us About Caregivers’ Well Being - Caregiving for an Older Adult - Caregiving for a Younger Adult - Couples, Partners, Siblings, & Friends - Challenges for Caregivers of Cancer Survivors - Family, Partner, & Friend Communication - Care Coordination Challenges & Tips - Stresses on Family, Partners, Friends, & Loved Ones - Coping with Holidays, Birthdays, & Special Occasions - Managing Family, Friends, Partners, & Traditions - Long-Distance Caregiving - Practical Tips for Managing Caregivers’ Stress - Strategies for Self-Care - The Increasing Role of Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology & Prepared List of Questions - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions about Your Care 57:57

47 weeks назад57:57

57:57

- How Being a Member of Diverse Communities May Impact Your Access to Oncology Care, Treatment, Management of Treatment Side Effects & Pain Management - What to Expect from Your Relationship with Your Health Care Team: Is Your Health Care Team Providing You with Equitable, Excellent Care - What to Consider When Selecting a Cancer Care Team & Treatment Facility - Languages Spoken & Diversity of the Health Care Team - What Is Cultural Humility & How Your Care Team Practices Cultural Humility - When to Seek a Second Opinion: Finding the Best Care - How to Request Copies of Treatment & Pathology Reports - Your Encounter Notes - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About Your Treatment Plan - How to Self-Advocate with Health Care Staff: Languages Spoken, Disability Services & Other Barriers to Health Equity - Health Literacy: How to Become More Knowledgeable & Satisfied with Your Care - Your Important Role in Shared Decision-Making - Tips to Communicate with Your Health Care Team to Determine if They are the Best Team for You - Guidelines to Improve Appointments with Your Health Care Team, Including Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments 55:04

49 weeks назад55:04

55:04

- Overview of Common Eye & Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments - Discussion of Common Eye & Vision Changes, Including Causes & Risk Factors - Tips to Manage Dry Eyes, Watery Eyes, Itching Eyes, Blepharitis, Loss of Eyelashes, Changes in Vision, Cataracts, Floaters, & Flashing Lights - The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team - Tips to Manage Low Vision & How Eye Products Can Help You Manage Eye/Vision Changes - Clinical Trials & Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Guidelines for Eye Examinations & Check-Ups - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing & Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You 1:01:37

1 year назад1:01:37

1:01:37

- Overview of the Different Names for Biomarker Testing & Why They Can Be Helpful for Treatment - Tumor Marker Testing, Genomic Profiling, Genomic Sequencing, Molecular Profiling, Next Generation Sequencing - The Relationship Between Biomarker Testing & Precision Medicine - Types of Biomarker Tests for Cancer Treatment - Do I Need Biomarker Testing for My Cancer? - How is Biomarker Testing Done? Using Samples of Your Cancer & Your Healthy Cells - Samples are Sent to the Lab Where Pathologists Test for Certain Biomarkers - Some Results Might Lead to Genetic Testing – Inherited or Germline Mutations - Some Biomarker Testing is Done as Part of Clinical Trials for New Cancer Treatments - Other Uses of Biomarkers – Determining a Person’s Cancer Risk or Finding Cancer - Biomarkers Used to Show if a Treatment is Effective or May Show if Cancer is Returning – Examples Will Be Provided - Biomarkers Play Such an Important Role in Choosing the Best Treatment for You & in Determining Your Progress - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

1
Chemotherapy: Novel Approaches to Prevent and Manage Gastrointestinal Treatment Side Effects 1:01:36

1 year назад1:01:36

1:01:36

- Why Chemotherapy Causes Treatment Side Effects & Discomfort - Working with Your Healthcare Team to Better Understand & Cope with Potential Treatment Side Effects with a Plan to Manage or Prevent Them - Common Treatment Gastrointestinal (GI) Side Effects - You May Not Experience All of These - Loss of Appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Mouth Sores, Stomatitis, Diarrhea, Constipation, Weight Gain or Weight Loss - How Health Care Teams Approach Management & Prevention of These Common GI Side Effects - Prevention Strategies - The Role of the Oncology Nurse in Preventing Side Effects - Current Research Directions to Improve Control of GI Treatment Side Effects - Developing a Detailed Plan with Your Oncology Team to Manage & Prevent GI Chemotherapy Treatment Side Effects - The Importance of Being Prepared Before Treatment Starts - New Agents - The Importance of Clinical Trials - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Understanding the Important Role that Biomarker Testing Plays in Informing the Treatment of Cancer 1:03:42

1 year назад1:03:42

1:03:42

- Overview and Definition of Biomarkers - What Are Some Examples of Biomarker Testing - How Biomarker Testing Provides Useful Information for Cancer Treatment - Why the Molecular Portrait of Cancer Is So Important - The Role of the Pathologist - Benefits of Biomarker Testing & Precision Medicine - Predicting Response to Treatment - Clinical Trials: How Research Contributes to Your Treatment Options - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments with Your Health Care Team, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Young Adult Survivorship: Fertility, Sexuality and Intimacy 1:00:50

1 year назад1:00:50

1:00:50

- Unique Needs of Young Adult Cancer Survivors - Identity, Relationships & Intimacy - Dating - Couples/Partners Dealing with Survivorship - Communicating about Sex - Sexuality & Intimacy - Sex Drive: Ability & Desire - Tips to Deal with Vaginal Dryness, Premature Menopause, Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation & Sperm Banking - Low Desire: How to Get My Groove Back - Body Image: Feeling Improved Sexual Self-Esteem - Fertility Choices & Coping with Infertility - Medical Options for Assisted Pregnancy - Health Maintenance Needs for Young Adult Cancer Survivors - Long-Term Follow-Up for Young Adult Cancer Survivors - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

1
Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap 1:04:56

1 year назад1:04:56

1:04:56

- Overview of Cancer & the LGBTQI+ Community, Including HIV & HPV - The LGBTQI+ Community’s Disproportionate Cancer Burden - Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap, Including Mistrust of Health Care Providers - Barriers to Health Care Access, Including Discrimination - Health Care, Cancer Screening, Palliative and Supportive Care, Affordable Housing - Gay Men & Lesbian Cancer Issues - Transgender/Gender-Nonconforming People’s Cancer Concerns - Challenges for LGBTQI+ Caregivers - Social Security Disability Benefits for LGBTQI+ People Living with Cancer - Military Service and the LGBTQI+ Community - Practical, Financial, Emotional & Social Concerns - Cancer Resources for the LGBTQI+ Community - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips 59:37

1 year назад59:37

59:37

- Overview of Young Adults Living with Cancer, including Delays in Diagnosis - Where to Seek Cancer Treatment: Selecting Your Oncology Health Care Team, Including Young Adult Cancer Programs - The Importance of Treatment Summaries - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Talking with the Health Care Team about Survivorship Questions & Concerns - Financial Concerns, Including Health Insurance Coverage, School, College & Career - Knowing Your Rights: ADA (Americans with Disability Act), FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) & Additional Legal Protections - Choosing Who & What to Tell Others: Disclosure - Working During Cancer Treatment: Suggestions from the Health Care Team - Dealing with Physical Changes Due to Cancer or Its Treatment - Coping with Concerns about Cancer Recurrence - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions to Ask Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

1
Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship 57:03

1 year назад57:03

57:03

- Overview of Cancer Survivorship, in the Context of COVID - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Fear of Recurrence - Finding Your New Normal - The Importance of Treatment Summaries & Encounter Notes - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor, including Discussion of Health Screening & Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Highlights from the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting – “Partnering With Patients: The Cornerstone of Cancer Care and Research” 1:28:04

2 years назад1:28:04

1:28:04

- Partnering with Patients: The Cornerstone of Cancer Care and Research - Breast Cancer - Ovarian Cancer - The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Treatment Options - Prostate Cancer - Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Treatment Choices - Brain Cancer - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Oral, Head and Neck Cancer - Management of Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain - Sarcoma - Wrap-Up of Part I…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions About Your Care With Your Health Care Team 1:04:06

2 years назад1:04:06

1:04:06

- How Being a Member of Diverse Communities May Impact Your Access to Oncology Care, Treatment, Management of Treatment Side Effects & Pain Management - What to Expect from Your Relationship with Your Health Care Team: Is Your Health Care Team Providing You with Equitable, Excellent Care? - What to Consider When Selecting a Cancer Care Team & Treatment Facility - Languages Spoken & Diversity of the Health Care Team - What is Cultural Humility & How Your Care Team Practices Cultural Humility - When to Seek a Second Opinion: Finding the Best Care - How to Request Copies of Treatment & Pathology Reports - Your Encounter Notes - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Your Treatment Plan - How to Self-Advocate with Health Care Staff: Language Spoken, Disability Services & Other Barriers to Health Equity - Health Literacy: How to Become More Knowledgeable & Satisfied with Your Care - Your Important Role in Shared Decision-Making - Tips to Communicate with Your Health Care Team to Determine If They are the Best Team for You - Guidelines to Improve Your Communication with Your Health Care Team, including Prepared List of Questions & Follow-Up Appointments - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Understanding Diagnostic Technologies and Biomarkers 35:53

2 years назад35:53

35:53

- Overview & Definition of Biomarkers & Diagnostic Technologies - How Biomarkers & Diagnostic Technologies Shape & Improve Treatment Decisions - Why the Molecular Portrait of Cancer is Important - The Role of the Pathologist - Benefits of Biomarkers, Precision Medicine & Diagnostic Technologies - Predicting Response to Treatment - Clinical Trials: How Research Contributes to Your Treatment Options - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth Appointments with Your Health Care Team, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap 1:08:20

2 years назад1:08:20

1:08:20

- Overview of Cancer & the LGBTQI+ Community, including HIV & HPV - The LGBTQI+ Community’s Disproportionate Cancer Burden - Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap, including Mistrust of Health Care Providers - Barriers to Health Care Access, including Discrimination - Health Care, Cancer Screening, Palliative & Supportive Care, Affordable Housing - Gay Men & Lesbian Cancer Issues - Transgender/Gender-Nonconforming People’s Cancer Concerns - Challenges for LGBTQI+ Caregivers - Social Security Disability Benefits for LGBTQI+ People Living with Cancer - Military Service and the LGBTQI+ Community - Practical, Financial, Emotional & Social Concerns - Cancer Resources for the LGBTQI+ Community - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer 57:38

2 years назад57:38

57:38

- Overview of Clinical Trials & Why They Are Important, in the Context of COVID, Omicron & Seasonal Flu - Understanding Your Treatment Options, including Clinical Trials - Concerns about Participating in Clinical Trials - Types of Clinical Trials - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits & Risks of Participation - How & Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Clinical Trial Participation, in the Context of COVID, Omicron & Seasonal Flu - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, List of Questions & OpenNotes Discussion - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Its Importance in Managing Cancer 1:00:52

2 years назад1:00:52

1:00:52

- Overview of Cancer Treatments - Definition of Adherence: Taking Your Pills on Schedule - Its Important Role in Managing Cancer - Barriers to Taking Your Pills - Practical Tips to Overcome These Barriers, including Family, Partners & Others - Computer, Tablet & Phone Reminders including Emails, Texts & Apps - Planning Ahead: Lead Time in Refilling Prescriptions, Weekends, Travel & Holidays - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Adherence - Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist - Clinical Trials on Adherence - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Care & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Update on COVID for People Living with Cancer & Their Caregivers 1:05:16

2 years назад1:05:16

1:05:16

- How to Protect Yourself & Your Loved Ones from COVID, Omicron & Delta Variants - COVID Vaccines & Booster Vaccines - Other Vaccines - Flu, Pneumococcal & Shingles Vaccines - COVID & People Living with Cancer - Where to Find Reliable Information Regarding this Pandemic & Its Variants - How to Protect Yourself, Loved Ones & Children from COVID & Its Variants - The Increasing Role of Telemedicine/Telehealth Appointments - How to Prepare for Your Telemedicine/Telehealth Appointments, including Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments, Quality-of-Life Concerns & Discussion of OpenNotes - Working Closely with Your Health Care Team about Your Wishes & Health Care Directives - Tips to Manage the Practical, Emotional & Financial Stresses Related to COVID, Omicron Variants & Cancer - Self-Care & Stress Management Tips - Questions for Our Panel of Experts…

Brain Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Understanding How Health Care Disparities May Influence Your Cancer Treatment and Care: With Tips and Strategies to Find the Best Cancer Treatment and Health Care Team for You 1:04:18

2 years назад1:04:18