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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

174 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -

CancerCare's free Connect Education Workshops are a way for people to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of their home or office. Leading experts in oncology provide the most up-to-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.

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Episodes

Trouble Sleeping? Sleep Better to Feel Better: Tips You Can Use

April 13, 2010 17:30 - 57 minutes - 13.2 MB

Helping Teachers and Educators Support Siblings of Children with Cancer

October 08, 2009 17:30 - 59 minutes - 13.6 MB

- How Siblings are Affected by the Pediatric Cancer Experience - Signs to Look For - Academic, Social, Physical and Emotional - Practical Tips For How to Best Support Siblings at School - Accessing Resources - for Parents, Educators and School Counselors - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy

July 16, 2009 17:30 - 58 minutes - 13.4 MB

- Overview of Peripheral Neuropathy - Contributing Factors - Describing Neuropathy to Your Health Care Team - Medications to Treat Discomfort and Pain - How Physical Medicine Contributes to Evaluating Neuropathy - Medical and Rehabilitation Management of Neuropathy - Practical Tips to Cope - Special Care of Your Feet and Nails - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

The Importance of Nutrition and Physical Activity

May 19, 2009 17:30 - 1 hour - 14 MB

For Parents, Caregivers and Professionals: Helping Brothers and Sisters of Children Living with Cancer

May 14, 2009 17:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MB

- How Siblings Are Affected by the Pediatric Cancer Experience - Signs to Look For - Determining Sibling Needs - How to Talk to Siblings About the Cancer Experience - Practical Tips to Support Siblings at Home, School and the Hospital - Accessing Resources for Siblings - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Dental Health During Cancer Treatments

April 24, 2009 17:30 - 1 hour - 15.5 MB

- Overview of Dental Health - Guidelines for Dental Check-Ups - Cleaning and Care Before and During Cancer Treatments - The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team - Managing Mouth Sores and Dry Mouth - The Importance of Clinical Trials - Patient-Dentist-Oncologist Communication - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Managing the Stress of Survivorship

April 14, 2009 17:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

Medical Emergencies in Cancer Treatment

April 01, 2009 17:30 - 59 minutes - 13.5 MB

- Medical Emergencies in Cancer Treatment - Deep Vein Thrombosis, Tumor Lysis Syndrome and Infection - Causes, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms - Practical Guidelines to Manage Medical Emergencies - Clinical Trials - Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Balancing Cancer and Careers: Living and Working with Cancer

March 12, 2009 17:30 - 1 hour - 14.7 MB

- Advances in Cancer Treatment and Side Effect Management - Talking with Your Health Care Team - Managing Your Cancer Treatments While Working - Understanding Your Legal Rights in the Workplace - Effective Communication with Co-Workers and Supervisors - Coping with Your Emotions at Work - Practical Solutions to Address Workplace Challenges - Tips for Creating a Plan to Continue Working - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

For Caregivers: Coping with Holidays, Special Occasions and Birthdays, Throughout the Year

December 12, 2008 18:30 - 1 hour - 16.3 MB

- Taking on the Role of Caregiver - Caring for the Person with Cancer - Coping with Holidays, Special Occasions and Birthdays - Managing Family, Friends, Partners and Traditions - Long-Distance Caregiving - Tips for Taking Care of Yourself - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Survivors Too: Family, Friends and Loved Ones

June 24, 2008 17:30 - 1 hour - 15.9 MB

The Importance of Communicating with Your Doctor About Follow-Up Care

April 22, 2008 17:30 - 58 minutes - 13.4 MB

Finding Hope and Meaning After Treatment

June 19, 2007 17:30 - 35 minutes - 4.08 MB

My Treatment is Over: Why Do I Feel So Alone and Sad?

May 15, 2007 17:30 - 37 minutes - 4.3 MB

Neuropathy and Joint Aches: New Post Treatment Challenges

April 17, 2007 17:30 - 43 minutes - 4.94 MB

Managing Your Costs of Recovery

June 20, 2006 17:30 - 36 minutes - 8.41 MB

Balancing Your Needs and Your Role as a Caregiver

June 13, 2006 17:30 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MB

Is It My Cancer or Am I Getting Older?

May 23, 2006 17:30 - 9 minutes - 6.37 MB

The Bereaved Caregiver in the Workplace

May 10, 2006 17:30 - 14 minutes - 9.98 MB

Stress Management Tips for Survivors

April 25, 2006 17:30 - 12 minutes - 6.93 MB