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Merkel Cell Carcinoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
152 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
New Perspectives in Clinical Trial Research
March 20, 2020 17:30 - 1 hour - 15.3 MB- Overview of Clinical Trials & Why They Are Important - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits & Risks of Participation - New Perspectives in Clinical Trial Research - How & Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How You May Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Clinical Trials - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Understanding the Costs of Care and Your Health Care Coverage
March 18, 2020 17:30 - 1 hour - 14.7 MB* Overview of the Medical & Indirect Costs of Treatment * Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Financial Concerns * The Benefits & Limitations of Your Health Plans, Insurance, Medicare & Medicaid * Living Wills, Health Care Proxies & Advance Health Care Directives * Support for the Underinsured & Uninsured, including Medicaid & State & Federal Programs * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Trends in Oncology and Treatment Planning: What You Need to Know
March 04, 2020 18:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MB* Understanding Your Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment Options * Clinical Trial Opportunities * Factors that May Affect Treatment Planning * How Your Health Care Team May Help You Address These Factors * Participating in Decisions about Your Treatment Plans, Side Effect Prevention & Management * The Role of Self-Advocacy in Your Oncology Care * Shared Decision Making Across Cultures * Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
March 02, 2020 18:30 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBTaking Your Treatment on Schedule: Its Importance in Managing Cancer
February 26, 2020 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.4 MB* Overview of Cancer Treatments * Definition of Adherence: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule * Its Important Role in Managing Cancer * Barriers to Taking Your Treatment * Practical Tips to Overcome These Barriers, including Travel, Cost, Family, Partners & Others * Computer, Tablet & Phone Reminders, including Emails, Texts & Apps * Planning Ahead: Lead Time in Arranging for Appointments, Refilling Prescriptions * Weekends, Travel & Holidays * Communicating with Your Health Care Team about As...
For Caregivers: Practical Tips for Coping with Your Loved One’s Merkel Cell Carcinoma During the Holidays
December 10, 2019 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.5 MB- The Important Role of the Caregiver in Communicating with the Health Care Team - Caring for the Person with Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Helping to Manage Your Loved One’s Treatment, including Adherence - Coping with Holidays, Special Occasions, Anniversaries and Birthdays - Managing Family, Friends, Partners & Traditions - Coping with the Stresses of Caregiving - Self-Care Tips - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Care for Your Bones During & After Cancer Treatment: Tips to Improve Bone Health
November 18, 2019 18:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MB- Overview of Bone Health - Imaging & Diagnostic Tests to Measure Your Bone Density - Guidelines to Manage Bone Health & Bone Metastases - Tips for Taking Care of Your Bones - Prescription Medication to Improve Your Bone Health - Treatment Choices, including Clinical Trials - Tips to Reduce Bone Complications & Fractures - Controlling Pain & Side Effects - How Exercise & Physical Therapy Make a Difference - Dental Care During & After Treatment - The Role of Nutrition - Key Questions to Ask Yo...
Treatment Perspectives on Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC)
November 15, 2019 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.8 MB- What is Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) - Symptoms of Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Diagnosis & Staging - Current Standard of Care for Early Stage Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Treatment for Metastatic Merkel Cell Carcinoma - Clinical Trial Updates - Managing Side Effects & Pain - Key Questions to Ask the MCC Specialists on Your Health Care Team - Communication Tips - Preparing for Your Appointments and Follow-Up Care - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Preventing Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
October 28, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 14.4 MB* Why Some Chemotherapy Agents Cause: Nausea and/or Vomiting * How Health Care Teams Approach Prevention of: Nausea and/or Vomiting * Prevention Strategies * The Role of the Oncology Nurse in Preventing Side Effects * Current Research Directions to Improve Control of: Nausea and/or Vomiting * New Agents * The Importance of Clinical Trials * Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
New Trends in Cancer Survivorship
June 18, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 15 MB* The Cancer Survivor Perspective * Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects * Coping with Fear of Recurrence & Distress * Quality-of-Life Concerns * Treatment Summaries * Survivorship Care Plan * Follow-Up with Your Oncologist and Primary Care Doctor * The Benefits of Communicating with Your Health Care Team * Determining What is Important to You * Clinical Trials on Cancer Survivorship * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Cancer and the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections
May 29, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB* Understanding the Meaning of Work * Talking with Your Health Care Team about Work * Managing Your Cancer Treatments while Working * Understanding Your Legal Protections in the Workplace * Disclosure & Communication with Human Resources, Supervisors, and Co-Workers * Solutions to Address Workplace Challenges * Tips to Creating a Plan to Continue Working * COBRA * Disability – Short Term, Long Term, SSD, SSI * The Importance of Self-Advocacy * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Joys and Challenges of Pets in Your Home When You Have Cancer
April 08, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 14.8 MB* Overview of the Human-Animal Bond * How a Pet Brings Comfort, Joy, Emotional, Social, & Practical Support to You * Managing Treatment Side Effects & the Care of Your Pet * Guidelines to Follow in Caring for Your Pet * Keeping Your Pets Healthy, both Before You Start Treatment & During Your Treatment * Helping Your Pets Avoid Infection * Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Infection from Pets * Communicating with Your Health Care Team, including Your Veterinarian about Your Pet’s and Your Well-Being...
Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Its Importance in Treating Cancer
April 03, 2019 17:30 - 1 hour - 63 MBLife with Graft vs. Host Disease (GVHD) Post Allogeneic Stem Cell or Bone Marrow Transplantation: New Treatment Approaches
December 13, 2018 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.4 MBGenomics and the Future of Cancer Treatment
October 15, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 15.3 MBUpdate on CAR-T Cell Therapy
June 25, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBGenomics and Genetics: What is the Difference?
June 25, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 16 MBTreatment-Related Rash and Dry Skin
June 20, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB* Overview of Treatment-Related Skin Changes * Common Skin and Nail Changes Related to Cancer Treatments * The Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Rash and Dry Skin * Practical Tips to Manage Rash, Itching and Dry Skin * Care of Nails During Cancer Treatments * Coping with Hair Changes, Hair Loss and Changed Body Image * Sun Safety Tips During and After Cancer Treatments * Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Treatment-Related Skin Changes * Quality-of-Life Concerns * Questions...
Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship
June 19, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MBWhat Are Biosimilars? Understanding Their Role in Cancer Treatments: Current and Future Perspectives
May 24, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBManaging the Side Effects of Immunotherapy
May 02, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBUnderstanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer
April 25, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBPreventing Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
April 16, 2018 17:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBUpdate on Clinical Trials: How They Work
March 02, 2018 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBMind Body Techniques to Cope with the Stresses of Cancer
November 15, 2017 18:30 - 1 hour - 15.4 MB* Definition of Stress * Common Stressors * Recognizing the Common Symptoms of Stress * The Impact of Stress on Well-Being * Using Mind Body Techniques to Cope with Stress * Learning to Focus on Specific Stressors * Stress Management Tips * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
What Are Generic Drugs: Understanding Their Role in Cancer Treatment
June 29, 2017 17:30 - 58 minutes - 13.5 MBFor Caregivers: Care Coordination for Your Loved One Living with Cancer and Other Health Problems
June 14, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBTaking Your Pills on Schedule: The Importance of Adherence in the Treatment of Cancer
June 14, 2017 15:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBParticipating in Decisions about Your Care
June 07, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 58 MBCancer and the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections
May 24, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 58 MBPreventing Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
May 22, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 56 MBUnderstanding the Costs of Care and Your Health Care Coverage
May 17, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBTrends in Oncology and Treatment Planning: What You Need to Know
May 03, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBManaging the Side Effects of Immunotherapy
March 15, 2017 17:30 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBLiving with Cancer Throughout The Cancer Journey
March 10, 2017 18:30 - 1 hour - 86.2 MB* Novel Cancer Treatments & Supportive Care * The Role of Precision Medicine * Food Insecurity & Cancer Treatments * Cancer Journey Across the Continuum of Care * Site-Specific Cancers & The Adult Life Span * Culturally Diverse Populations * Shared Decision Making Across Cultures * New Models of Patient & Family Centered Care * Communicating with the Health Care Team * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer
March 08, 2017 18:30 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBManaging Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
March 06, 2017 18:30 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBWhat Are Biosimilars? Understanding Their Role in Cancer Treatment: Current and Future Perspectives
February 01, 2017 18:30 - 1 hour - 56 MBUpdate on Merkel Cell Carcinoma
December 16, 2016 18:30 - 1 hour - 14.2 MB* What is Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC)? * Symptoms of Merkel Cell Carcinoma * Diagnosis & Staging * Current Standard of Care for Early Stage Merkel Cell Carcinoma * Treatment for Metastatic Merkel Cell Carcinoma * The Important Role of Clinical Trials * Managing Side Effects & Pain * Specialists in Your Health Care Team * Communication Tips * Preparing for Your Appointments * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Managing Sensory Disruptions During Cancer Treatments
December 05, 2016 18:30 - 1 hour - 33.8 MB* Overview of Sensory Disruptions Related to Cancer Treatments * Vision, Hearing, Taste, Swallowing, Smell, Touch and Balance Disruptions * Causes and Risk Factors * Tips to Deal with Sensory Disruptions * How Health Care Professionals May Help * Clinical Trials * Guidelines for Follow-Up Care * Key Questions to Ask the Health Care Team * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
For Health Care Professionals: Care Coordination for Older Men Living with Cancer
August 23, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 10.8 MB* Care Coordination for Older Men Living with Cancer * Managing Co-Morbidities * Key Suggestions for Effective Health Care Communication * Nutrition & Hydration Concerns * The Role of the Pharmacist in Planning Ahead * Follow-Up Appointments & Adherence * Navigating the Changing Health Care Landscape * Tips to Appeal Health Coverage, Insurance & Medicare Denials * Co-Pay, Federal, State & Community Financial Resources * Psychosocial Support to Coordinate Care * Support for the Caregiver * Que...
Precision Medicine in Cancer Treatment
June 29, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 13.7 MBManaging the Costs of Living with Cancer
June 08, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 10.9 MB* Understanding the Costs of Living With Cancer * Managing the Medical and Indirect Costs of Treatment * Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Financial Concerns * Understanding the Benefits and Limitations of Your Health Coverage * Tips on Appealing Medical Insurance Claims and Provider Denials * Understanding and Accessing Financial and Co-Pay Assistance Programs * Emotional and Social Impact of the Costs of Treatment and Follow-Up Care * Finding Resources for Financial Help * Quest...
Advances in Treating Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
May 23, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 11.4 MBTaking Your Pills on Schedule – Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer
February 10, 2016 18:30 - 1 hour - 21.1 MBNutrition and Healthy Eating Tips During and After Cancer Treatments
February 01, 2016 18:30 - 1 hour - 22.1 MB* Symptoms and Side Effects that Disrupt Eating * Managing Weight Changes * Coping with Fatigue, Infection Control, Mouth Sores and Dry Mouth * The Role of Exercise * Nutrition and Healthy Eating Tips that Work * Easy to Prepare Foods * Guidelines for Eating Out – During and After Cancer Treatments * Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Eating Challenges * Finding an Eating Plan that Works for You * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Cancer and the Workplace: Knowing Your Legal Rights
December 10, 2015 18:30 - 57 minutes - 19.8 MBWhat’s New in Managing Blood Clots During Cancer Treatments
October 30, 2015 17:30 - 1 hour - 21.4 MB* Overview of Cancer Treatments * Discussion of Blood Clots * Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) * Pulmonary Embolism (PE) * Vein Thromboembolism (VTE) * Review of the Risk Factors and Causes * Knowing the Signs and Symptoms * Guidelines to Reduce Recurrence of and Manage Blood Clots * Clinical Trials * Quality-of-Life Concerns * Managing Vacations, Travel and Weekend Trips * Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
For Health Care Professionals: Care Coordination for Older Men Living with Cancer
July 14, 2015 17:30 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBHealthy Eating and Managing Weight Changes During Cancer Treatment
April 13, 2015 17:30 - 1 hour - 20.8 MB- Overview of Cancer Treatments - What Causes Treatment-Related Changes in Weight - Impact on Lean Body Mass and Strength - Nutritional Concerns - Care of Your Teeth and Gums During Treatment - Coping with Mouth Sores and Dry Mouth - Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Practical Eating Tips and Recommendations - Weight Management Strategies - The Role of Physical Exercise - Clinical Trials - Quality-of-Life and Self Image Concerns - Questions for Our Panel of Experts