Report Back from ASCO: What’s the Latest News in Metastatic Breast Cancer?
Join Dr. Sherry Shen, breast oncologist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, as she breaks down the recent research from the American Society of Clinical Oncology(ASCO), 2023 Annual Meeting. She will present what all the new data means to you and answer questions that you may have. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPZIKLJF9qE
Optimizing the Management of Metastatic TNBC: Diagnostics, Treatments and Hope for the Future
The treatment for mTNBC is evolving with the identification of biomarkers and clinical trials revealing new treatment options. Join us to hear from our expert guests, Dr. Paolo Tarantino, an advanced research fellow at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and at Harvard Medical School, and Dr. Ana Garrido-Castro, Breast Medical Oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) and […]
Managing the Cause and Effects of Lymphedema
Lymphedema caused by cancer treatment may not occur until months or years after treatment. It is most commonly associated with breast cancer patients who have had radiation treatments. It occurs when the lymph vessels are not able to adequately drain lymph fluid, usually from an arm or leg. Dr. Mei R. Fu (PhD, RN, FAAN), […]
When Cancer Changes our Relationship with Our Children
When a parent has cancer the whole family experiences the trauma of the diagnosis and it can have untold affects on our children and our relationships with our children. Join us and our guest speaker Haley Pollack, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Bright Spot Network, to learn some ways to remain connected to your children […]
Family Ties: Knowing Your Connection to Cancer (with MSK)
On April 20, join Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and SHARE Cancer Support for a talk about family health history. At this talk, you will: Key Takeaways from Webinar Viewers: Learn what your family’s health history can tell you about your risk for cancer. Find out how to get genetic testing. Get helpful tips […]
When to Consider Multi-Gene Testing in Early-Stage and Metastatic Breast Cancer
You can’t change your genes, but knowing and acting on your family health history is essential for you and your medical team in developing your treatment plan. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommends genetic testing NCCN recommends genetic testing, including the BRCA1/2 genes, for all metastatic breast cancer patients because it could change treatment […]
Where’s The Will? The Importance of Advance Directives & Estate Planning in Black Communities
Numerous reports have documented the alarming disparities between Blacks and Whites and estate planning. 71% of Black Americans do not have a will. Join Leslie Sultan Esq. as she helps our MBC Black community dispel myths in our community while gaining a better understanding of why estate planning and advanced directives are essential for everyone […]
Blood Clots and Cancer: What You Need to Know
Did you know 1 in 5 blood clots are related to cancer and its treatment? Treatments involving hospitalization, surgery, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy can increase your blood clot risk. In collaboration with the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), this program aims to inform all cancer patients about the risk of blood clots. The speaker, Jeffrey […]
Part 2: When Cancer Treatment Causes Menopause – The Emotional Impact
Cancer treatment changes the relationship a survivor has with their body. In the second of this two-part series, we will discuss the emotional impact of menopause that is caused by cancer treatment. Shifts in hormones, surgical scars, changes in sensitivity, discomfort or pain can be overwhelming and emotional to experience. Feelings of loss, disconnect, anger, […]