Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing and Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
4h ago
- 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 Ge ..read more
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Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
1M ago
- 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 Questio ..read more
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Understanding Treatment-Related Skin Toxicity: Practical Tips to Cope with Rash, Dry/Itchy/Peeling Skin and Nail Changes
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
1M ago
- 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 Question ..read more
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Cancer in the Workplace, Health Insurance, Finances and Returning to School
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
3M ago
- 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 H ..read more
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Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
3M ago
- 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 A ..read more
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Chemotherapy: Novel Approaches to Prevent and Manage Gastrointestinal Treatment Side Effects
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
3M ago
- 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 - Curre ..read more
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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
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
5M ago
- Overview of ASCO’s 2024 Theme – “The Art and Science of Cancer Care from Comfort to Cure” - Specific Updates on the Treatment of Colorectal Cancer Presented at ASCO - Quality-of-Life Issues: Managing Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain - Specific Updates on the Treatment of Pancreas Cancer Presented at ASCO - The Role of Supportive Care - Specific Updates on the Treatment of Lymphoma Presented at ASCO - The Important Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Treatment Options - Specific Updates on the Treatment of Leukemia Presented at ASCO - Communicating with Your ..read more
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Caregiving for Your Loved One with Cancer
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
5M ago
- 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 - S ..read more
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Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
6M ago
- 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 ..read more
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Current Perspectives on the Future of Cancer Research
Colorectal Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops
by CancerCare
7M ago
- 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 Immunothe ..read more
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