Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative

Commonly Asked Questions Series: Lung Cancer Webinar
2023-10-05 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Halifax)
CancerCare presents a series of national virtual workshops focused on the needs of people with lung cancer and their caregivers. The workshop modules will each focus on a topic that may impact the person with cancer and their caregiver while they cope with lung cancer. The objective is to assist and support people living with cancer and their caregivers, while providing information and education specific to lung cancer, with added suggestions for coping and support. Led by CancerCare oncology social workers and experts in the field, this workshop series aims to provide educational information about lung cancer and practical skills for coping with diagnosis and treatment.

Virtual National Blood Cancer Conference
2023-09-09 11:30 - 15:30 (America/Halifax)
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is proud to present this free VIRTUAL education event to blood cancer patients, survivors, family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Experts in the areas of blood cancer research, treatment and survivorship will present information on each topic. Our goal is to educate conference participants about treatment options, emerging therapies, management of survivorship issues and LLS resources.

Empowered Choices: Engaging Patients and Caregivers in Shared Decision Making - Part 2
2023-08-29 13:00 - 14:30 UTC
In this CancerCare webinar, participants will learn about the shared decision-making health care model and how caregivers have a unique experience in supporting their loved ones. Although each experience is unique, many caregivers face similar challenges during the decision-making process. Discussion and Q&A to follow.

Flint Screening and Fair at Flint Northern High School Tailgate
2023-08-26 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Flint Northern High School Tailgate, Flint, Michigan

Empowered Choices: Engaging Patients and Caregivers in Shared Decision Making - Part 1
2023-08-22 13:00 - 14:30 UTC
In this Cancer Care webinar, participants will learn about the shared decision-making health care model and how this patient-centered approach not only improves the patient-provider relationship but also focuses on the needs, values and preferences of the person with cancer. Discussion and Q&A to follow.

What Role Does My Pelvic Floor Play in Colorectal Cancer Survivorship? Webinar
2023-08-16 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join Fight Colorectal Cancer for an enlightening webinar as they delve into the crucial role of the pelvic floor in colorectal cancer survivorship with Eileen Johnson, DPT. This session will focus on understanding the challenges faced by survivors, particularly the impact of Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS), and explore how pelvic floor health and physical therapy can enhance their quality of life.

We Will Overcome: Navigating Obstacles to Breast Cancer Prevention and Care in Our Community 2023
2023-08-13 14:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Karachi) | 1200 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609
Join Tigerlily Foundation and Patient Power on August 13, 2023 2 pm – 6 pm CT, at Bridgeport Art Center’s Sculpture Garden. This afternoon of conversation and resource sharing about breast cancer prevention is available to attend in person and online. Highlights include interactive panel discussions with healthcare experts and breast cancer advocates, resources from area medical centers including Northwestern and University of Chicago Comprehensive cancer centers, and local non-profit organizations.

Oral Chemotherapy and Colorectal Cancer Webinar
2023-08-03 14:15 - 15:15 UTC
Join Fight Colorectal Cancer for an educational webinar focusing on the oral treatment options available for patients with colorectal cancer. Medical oncologist Van Morris, MD, and colorectal cancer survivors Phuong Gallagher and Rissa Dodson will discuss oral treatments, explain what a specialty pharmacy is and its role in your care, and provide patient perspective on what to expect during treatment. This educational webinar is sponsored by Taiho Oncology.

Long Island Community Program - Breast Cancer Surgery: What You Need To Know (Virtual)
2023-03-16 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
LocationRemote – for residents of Long Island
This virtual class will be held using Zoom; a video function is required to participate.
Long Island, USADescription
CancerCare will offer a free 90-minute virtual workshop through Zoom, available to clients diagnosed with breast cancer and living on Long Island.
In this workshop, clients will learn about the types of breast cancer surgery, and how to cope with the changing physical and emotional impacts of treatment. Moderated by an oncology social worker, participants will receive practical tips, coping skills and techniques and an overview of other CancerCare programs, including the wig and prosthesis clinic.
Date & time Thursday, March 16, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET
To Register or Learn More
This program is free, but pre-registration via Zoom is required. Register here.

Bladder Cancer: Treatment Updates
2023-03-08 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
Workshop Date and Time
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Wednesday, March 8, 2023, 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Eastern Time
Registrants can listen in live over the phone or online as a webcast.
Topics Covered

Overview of Bladder Cancer, including Staging & Grading, in the Context of COVID-19, Omicron & Seasonal Flu
Standard of Care
New Treatment Approaches
Update on Clinical Trials
The Role of Diagnostic Technologies, Genomics & Precision Medicine
Targeted Treatments: Predicting Response to Treatment
The Emerging Role of Immunotherapy
Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns
Follow-Up Care Appointments & Plans
Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes
Nutrition & Hydration Concerns & Tips
Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: What's New
2023-03-07 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
Workshop Date and Time
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Eastern Time
Registrants can listen in live over the phone or online as a webcast.
Topics Covered

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment, in the Context of COVID, Omicron & Seasonal Flu
Current Standard of Care
The Role of Chemotherapy, Radiation Oncology & Targeted Cancer Therapies
New Treatment Approaches
The Role of Biomarkers & Precision Medicine in Informing Treatment Choices
How Clinical Trials Contribute to Treatment Options
New Ways to Manage Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain
Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns
Nutrition & Hydration Concerns & Tips
Key Questions to Ask When Communicating with Your Health Care Team
The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments
The Important Role of Movement
Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Bereaved Adult Book Club Series
2023-03-02 13:30 - 14:30 UTC
Description
Are you grieving someone who has died of cancer? Are you interested in learning more about the grieving process with other adults in similar situations?
CancerCare is offering a book club series for bereaved adults. Our first book is “The Grieving Brain,” by Mary-Frances O’Connor. Join our upcoming discussion as we share insights and personal connections to the story.
This group meets every four weeks on Thursdays, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET. This group will utilize a secure video platform. Group members will still have the option to call in if they do not have access to video technology.

Thursday, February 9, 1p.m. – Intro through the end of Chapter 2
Thursday, March 2, 1p.m. – Chapter 3 through the end of Chapter 5
Thursday, March 30, 1p.m. – Chapter 6 through the end of Chapter 8
Thursday, April 20, 1p.m. – Chapter 9 through the end of Chapter 11

United in Blue
2023-02-12 08:00 - 2023-02-14 17:00 UTC
This installation represents our community’s desire for more research, more treatment options, more funding, and more lives saved. The installation is a visual representation of more than 27,400 people under the age of 50 estimated to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2030.
Join us from March 12-24, 2023 in Washington, D.C. to honor and remember the community of CRC loved ones.
Wall of Champions
Our Wall of Champions will be displayed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., from March 13-15. We will showcase the lives of relentless champions from across the country! Together, we have to fight for more research, more treatment options, and more awareness. Your donation will support our Path to a Cure.
MARCH 6 IS THE DEADLINE FOR HAVING YOUR TRIBUTE DISPLAYED IN D.C. FROM MARCH 13-15.
This wall is a celebration and an opportunity to honor and remember the Relentless Champions from our community who have touched our lives. As champions and advocates, we are charged with honoring and sharing the stories of people impacted by colorectal cancer.
