Embracing Life’s Balancing Act
Do you want to feel empowered and confident in preserving your independence and lowering your risk for injury? Falling is a common issue for adults over 60 and those with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), however, research shows there are effective strategies we can put in place to reduce our chance of falling, and of injury […]
Report Back from SGO: What’s New in Uterine Cancer?
Dr. Ebony Hoskins, gynecologic oncologist at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, provides a comprehensive update from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer. Dr. Hoskins breaks down the research presented at the conference, discusses new developments, and addresses the most pressing questions. Key Takeaways from Webinar Viewers: Clinical trials matter. It is […]
Let’s Talk About It: Uterine Cancer (Advance Care Planning)
Although it can be a difficult topic, advance care planning is very important for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. The goal of advance care planning is to set up a plan to make sure you get the care you want in the future. It is critical to prepare for future decisions about your medical care […]
Tips for Managing Chemobrain
Chemobrain, or mental fogginess, is experienced by many patients during and after cancer treatment. But what are some strategies that help? In this webinar, Dennis Lin, OTD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist at City of Hope National Medical Center, will provide tips on how you can manage chemobrain and support better engagement in your daily life. Key […]
Moving Forward After Uterine Cancer Treatment: Surveillance Strategies, Testing, and Watching for Recurrence
You’ve been treated for uterine cancer. Now what? With surveillance strategies varying from doctor to doctor, it can be hard to know which advice you should follow. Dr. Jennifer Mueller, Head of the Endometrial Cancer Section, Gynecologic Oncology Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, delves into surveillance guidelines, which tests to consider, and how […]
Understanding and Managing Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)
Certain chemotherapy drugs can cause chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), which is one of the most common side effects of treatment. Chemotherapy treatments cause peripheral neuropathy by damaging the nerves in the fingers, hands, arms, legs, and feet. This can lead to symptoms including pain, numbness, tingling, and difficulty with mobility, which can greatly impact one’s […]
Ask a Doctor Your Questions about Uterine Cancer Radiation Treatments
Dr. Puja Venkat, radiation oncologist and Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology, UCLA Medical Center, joined us for the first hour of our “Newly Diagnosed and In Treatment” Support Group. Watch this webinar as she presents the latest uterine cancer radiation information and answers pressing questions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmsMpbeIK3w Read Video Transcript 00:00:00:00 – 00:00:32:20UnknownCor. Okay. So that […]
Understanding Uterine Cancer Treatment Options
Join Dr. Bhavana Pothuri, gynecologic oncologist at NYU Langone Medical Center, as she breaks down the different types of uterine cancer treatments available to patients based on their particular diagnosis. Learn about new research and treatment updates, options for when cancer recurs, side effects, and more. Key Takeaways from Webinar Viewers: Molecular testing in uterine […]
The Cost of Cancer: Financial Burdens of Treatment
Financial stress, also called financial toxicity, is a devastating but increasingly common side effect of cancer care that impacts individuals living with cancer and those coping with the long-term treatment effects. But what are some ways to deal with the financial toll? Join Dr. Bridgette Thom, from Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Department of Nursing, as she […]