Sarcoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

Sarcoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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Sarcoma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops episodes

  • Understanding Diagnostic Technologies and Biomarkers
    * Overview and Definition of Diagnostic Technologies & Biomarkers, in the Context of COVID-19
    * How Diagnostic Technologies & Biomarkers Shape & Improve Treatment Decisions
    * Why the Molecular Portrait of Cancer is Important
    * The Role of the Pathologist
    * Benefits of Diagnostic Technologies, Biomarkers & Precision Medicine
    * 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
    * Quality-of-Life Concerns & The Role of Social Distancing in Decreasing Your Exposure to COVID-19
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 2 min
  • What are Biosimilars? Understanding Their Role in Cancer Treatment: Current and Future Perspectives
    * What are Biosimilars? Understanding Their Role in Cancer Treatment: Current and Future Perspectives, in the Context of COVID-19
    * Overview and Definition of Biosimilars
    * The Difference Between Biosimilars and Generic Drugs
    * How Biosimilars Work and Their Use
    * Examples of Biosimilars
    * Implications in Managing the Cost of Cancer Treatment
    * Finding Sources of Financial Assistance
    * Clinical Trials: How Biosimilars’ Research Contributes to Treatment Options
    * The Benefits of Biosimilars
    * Current Use in the Care of People Living with Cancer
    * Manufacturing and Safety Issues
    * Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Biosimilars
    * Current and Future Perspectives
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 2 min
  • Current Perspectives in Cancer Survivorship
    * Overview of Cancer Survivorship, in the Context of COVID-19
    * Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects
    * Quality-of-Life Concerns
    * Fear of Recurrence
    * Finding Your New Normal
    * The Importance of Treatment Summaries
    * Follow-Up with Your Oncologist and Primary Care Doctor
    * Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Survivorship Questions & Concerns
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 8 min
  • The New Coronavirus (COVID-19): Emerging Guidelines for People Living & Coping with Cancer
    * Effect of COVID-19 on People Living with Cancer
    * Where to Find Reliable Information Regarding this Pandemic & Its Treatment
    * How to Currently Protect Yourself & Loved Ones from COVID-19
    * Social Distancing, Masks & Gloves
    * Telemedicine/Telehealth Appointments to Reduce Your Exposure to COVID-19
    * How to Prepare for Your Telemedicine/Telehealth Appointments
    * Coping with “Self-Quarantine Fatigue”
    * Working Closely with Your Health Care Team about Your Wishes & Health Care Directives
    * How Might a Vaccine Work: Progress & Outlook
    * Tips to Manage the Practical, Emotional & Financial Stresses Related to COVID-19 & Cancer
    * Helping Children During this Pandemic
    * Self-Care & Stress Management Suggestions
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 40 min
  • Managing the Side Effects of Immunotherapy
    * How the Side Effects of Immunotherapy Differ from Chemotherapy Side Effects
    * Review of Potential Side Effects
    * How to Manage Them
    * 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
    1 hr 4 min
  • Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer
    * Overview of Immunotherapy
    * Harnessing the Immune System in Treating Cancer
    * Clinical Trial Updates
    * How Research Contributes to Your Treating Options
    * Examples of Immunotherapy in Prevention, Treatment & Recurrence Prevention of Cancer
    * Cancer Vaccines
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    57 min
  • For Caregivers: Care Coordination for Your Loved One Living with Cancer and Other Health Problems
    * Role of Caregivers in Care Coordination for People Living with Cancer & Other Health Problems
    * Tips for Communicating with the Health Care Team about Care Coordination
    * What Research Tells Us about Caregivers, including Long Distance Caregivers
    * Coordinating Your Loved One’s Care & Follow-Up Appointments
    * Discussion of Adherence – Taking Your Pills on Schedule
    * Planning Ahead with Your Pharmacist – Lead Time in Refilling Prescriptions & Planning for Visitors, Weekends, Special Occasions, Travel & Holidays
    * Accessing Resources for the Cost of Care, including Homecare
    * Finding the Practical Help You Need: Co-Pay Foundations and Federal, State & Local Programs
    * Legal Advocacy Tips for Caregivers
    * Learning How to Appeal Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid & Provider Denials
    * Other Resources: VA Benefits & FMLA
    * Tips on Choosing Community & Medical Resources to Improve Your Quality-of-Life
    * Time Saving Self-Care & Advocacy Tips for Caregivers
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 17 min
  • The New Coronavirus (COVID-19): Updated Guidelines for People Coping with Cancer
    * New & Emerging Information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
    * Protecting Yourself & Loved Ones from COVID-19, including Risk Factors
    * Working with the Health Care Team to Minimize Your & Your Loved Ones Exposure to COVID-19
    * If Diagnosed with COVID-19, Discussing Treatment Options & Supportive Care
    * Working Closely with Your Health Care Team about Goals of Care & Health Care Directives
    * Tips to Manage the Practical, Emotional & Financial Stresses Related to COVID-19
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 4 min
  • Caregiving for Your Loved One with Cancer
    - 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 and Friends
    - Family, Partner and 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
    - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    1 hr 8 min
  • Participating in Decisions about Your Care
    * Coping with the Practical, Social & Emotional Challenges of Cancer
    * How a Cancer Diagnosis Affects Family, Partners & Loved Ones
    * Selecting a Cancer Care Team & Treatment Facility
    * What to Do When Presented with Multiple Treatment Options
    * When & How to Seek a Second Opinion
    * Your Relationship with Your Health Care Team
    * How to Get Copies of Your Medical Reports
    * How to Anticipate, Prevent & Manage Side Effects of Treatment
    * Understanding Your Treatment Choices and Follow-Up Care Plan
    * Your Survivorship Care Plan
    * Tips on Advocating with Your Health Care Team
    * Questions for Our Panel of Experts
    59 min

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