Melanoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

By CancerCare

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... more

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The podcast currently has 258 episodes available.

Melanoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops episodes:

June 12, 2019 Understanding the Costs of Care and Your Health Care Coverage
* Overview of the Medical & Indirect Costs of Treatment
* Talking with Your Health Care Team about 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
* Other resources for financial support
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
59min
June 10, 2019 Update on Clinical Trials: How They Work
* Overview of Clinical Trials
* Why They Are Important
* What Happens in a Clinical Trial
* The Meaning of Informed Consent
* Benefits & Risks of Participation
* How & Where Clinical Trials Are Conducted
* How Can You Participate in Clinical Trials
* Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Clinical Trials
* Accessing Information about Clinical Trials
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 6min
May 29, 2019 Cancer and the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections
* 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
...more
1h 6min
May 24, 2019 Emerging Treatments for Metastatic Melanoma
* Overview of Metastatic Melanoma, including Diagnosis & Staging
* Current Standard of Care
* New Treatment Approaches
* Targeted Therapy: The Role of Precision Medicine
* Clinical Trial Updates
* Follow-Up Care
* Tips for Caring for Your Skin During Cancer Treatments
* Symptom & Pain Management
* Discussing Quality-of-Life Concerns with Your Health Care Team
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 1min
May 22, 2019 Trends in Oncology and Treatment Planning: What You Need to Know
* Understanding Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment Options
* Clinical Trial Opportunities
* Genomics & Genetics
* Participating in Decisions about Your Treatment Plans
* Side Effect Prevention & Management
* The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Your Oncology Care
* The Role of the Pathologist
* Shared Decision Making
* Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team
* Quality-of-Life Concerns
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 7min
May 15, 2019 Managing the Side Effects of Immunotherapy
* How the Side Effects of Immunotherapy Differ From Chemotherapy Side Effects
* Review of Potential Side Effects with Guidelines for Follow-Up Care
* Managing Rash & Dry Skin
* Tips to Cope with Flu-Like Symptoms, including Fever
* Dealing with Fatigue
* Controlling Diarrhea
* Quality-of-Life Concerns
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
56min
April 17, 2019 Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer
* Overview of Immunotherapy
* Harnessing the Immune System in Treating Cancer
* The Emerging Role of Immunotherapy
* How Immunotherapy Offers New Cancer Treatment Options
* Clinical Trial Updates
* How Research Contributes to Your Treatment Options
* Examples of Immunotherapy in Prevention
* Treatment and Recurrence Prevention of Cancer
* Cancer Vaccines
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 5min
April 15, 2019 Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
* Overview of Common Eye & Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
* Causes & Risk Factors
* Discussion of Common Eye & Vision Changes
* Tips to Manage Dry Eyes, Watery Eyes, Itching Eyes, Blepharitis, Loss of Eyelashes, Cataracts, Floaters & Flashing Lights
* The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team
* Tips to Manage Low Vision
* How Eye Products May 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
...more
1h 4min
April 08, 2019 Joys and Challenges of Pets in Your Home When You Have Cancer
* 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
* Finding Support Programs in Your Area
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 5min
April 03, 2019 Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Its Importance in Treating Cancer
* Overview of Cancer Treatments
* Definition of Adherence: Taking Your Pills on Schedule
* Its Importance in Treating 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
* Talking with Your Health Care Team about Adherence and the Challenges You are Experiencing
* Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist
* Clinical Trials on Adherence
* Questions for Our Panel of Experts
...more
1h 9min

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Beyond The Clinic: Living Well With Melanoma