Skin Cancer CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

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-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.

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Episodes 33

Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer
2mo ago · 55:13
- Overview of Immunotherapy - Harnessing the Immune System in Treating Cancer - Clinical Trial Updates: How Research Contributes to Your Treatment Options - Examples of Immunotherapy in Prevention, Treatment & Recurrence Prevention of Cancer - Cancer Vaccines - Reporting Treatment Side Effects & Discomfort to the Health Care Team - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Logistics, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Follow-Up Care - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer
2mo ago · 57:10
- Overview of Clinical Trials and Why They are Important - Understanding Your Treatment Options, Including Clinical Trials - Concerns About Participating in Clinical Trials - Types of Clinical Trials - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? How and Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits and Risks of Participation - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About Clinical Trial Participation - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials: Where to Seek Information about Participating in Clinical Trials - Questions for
Accessing Cancer Treatment in Rural Communities
2mo ago · 1:00:24
- Overview of People in Rural Communities Accessing Cancer Treatment: Getting Diagnosed & Treated for Cancer in Rural Communities - Working with Your Health Care Team to Get the Best Care Near Home - Dealing with Cancer Treatments & Other Co-Morbid Health Concerns in Rural Communities - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Cancer Clinical Trials - Participating in Clinical Trials in Rural Communities - Working with Your Health Care Team to Manage Each Symptom, Treatment Side Effect, Discomfort & Pain - Adjusting to Your Cancer Treatment Over Time - The Importance and Challenge
Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips
2mo ago · 58:02
- Overview of Young Adults Living with Cancer, Including Delays in Diagnosis - Where to Seek Cancer Treatment: Selecting Your Oncology Health Care Team, Including Young Adult Cancer Programs - The Importance of Treatment Summaries - Follow up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor: Dealing with Physical Changes Due to Cancer or Its Treatment - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects: Coping with Concerns About Cancer Recurrence - Talking with the Health Care Team About Survivorship Questions & Concerns, Working During Cancer Treatment with Suggestions from the Health Care Team -
For Caregivers: Care Coordination for Your Loved One Living with Cancer and Other Health Problems
3mo ago · 1:06:33
- Role of Caregivers in Care Coordination for People Living with Cancer & Co-Morbidities - What Research Tells Us About Caregivers, Including Long Distance Caregivers - Coordinating Follow-Up Appointments - Discussion of Adherence – Taking Pills on Schedule - Planning Ahead with Your Pharmacist: Lead Time in Refilling Prescriptions & Planning for Weekends, Travel & Holidays - Accessing Resources for the Costs of Care, Including Homecare - Finding the Practical Help You Need: Co-Pay Foundations, Federal, State & Local Programs - Learning How to Appeal Insurance, Medicare & Provider Denials - Ti
Participating in Decisions about Your Care
3mo ago · 55:41
- 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 - Getting Copies of Your Medical Reports to Review with Your Team - How to Anticipate, Prevent & Manage the Side Effects of Treatment - Understanding Your Treatment Choices & Follow-Up Care Plan - Your Survivorship Care Plan - Tips on Self-Advocacy & Advocating with Your
Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
4mo ago · 52:09
- Overview of Common Eye & Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments - Discussion of Common Eye & Vision Changes, Including Causes & Risk Factors - Tips to Manage Dry Eyes, Watery Eyes, Itching Eyes, Blepharitis, Loss of Eyelashes, Changes in Vision, Cataracts, Floaters & Flashing Lights - The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team - Tips to Manage Low Vision & How Eye Products Can Help You Manage Eye/Vision Changes - Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Guidelines for Eye Examinations & Check-Ups - Quality-of-Life Concerns -
Coping with Cancer
4mo ago · 1:07:10
- How to Cope While Waiting for Test Results from Cancer Work-Up - Managing Cancer When You Have Other Health Problems - The Impact of Chronic Illness on Cancer Treatment - The Importance of Adherence: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule - Reducing Harmful Drug Interactions - The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Knowing When to Call Your Health Care Team Between Appointments - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team - The Role of the Dietitian & Physical Therapist in Helping You Cope with Cancer - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Managing the Emotional, Socia
Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship
5mo ago · 54:29
- Overview of Cancer Survivorship - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Fear of Recurrence - Survivors’ Guilt - Finding Your New Normal - The Importance of Treatment Summaries & Encounter Notes - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor, Including Discussion of Health Screening & Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts
Veterans and Cancer: Unique Challenges
5mo ago · 1:08:12
- Overview of the Unique Challenges for Veterans Living with Cancer - Your Veteran’s Identity - Veterans Coping with Cancer - Co-Morbidities Impact on Veterans - Overview & Definition of Fatigue - Evaluation & Treatment of Fatigue - Post-Traumatic Stress, Pain Management & Survivorship - Adherence to Treatment Plans: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule - Nutrition & Hydration Concerns & Tips - Tips to Overcome Barriers in Coordinating Care in Different Health Care Settings - Veterans’ Health Administration (VHA) Medical Centers & Non VHA Hospitals - Stresses on Caregivers in Coordinating Care -
Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer
7mo ago · 52:40
- Overview of Cancer Treatments - Definition of Adherence: Taking Your Pills on Schedule - Its Important Role in Managing 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 - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Adherence with Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist - Clinical Trials on Adherence - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guide
Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap
1y ago · 56:55
- Overview of Cancer & the LGBTQI+ Community, Including HIV & HPV - The LGBTQI+ Community’s Disproportionate Cancer Burden - Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap, Including Mistrust of Health Care Providers - Barriers to Health Care Access, Including Discrimination - Health Care, Cancer Screening, Palliative & Supportive Care, Affordable Housing, Gay Men & Lesbian Cancer Issues - Transgender/Gender-Nonconforming People’s Cancer Concerns - Challenges for LGBTQI+ Caregivers - Social Security Disability Benefits for LGBTQI+ People Living with Cancer - Military Service & the LGBTQI+ Commu
Children as Caregivers for a Loved One with Cancer
1y ago · 56:06
- Definition of a Caregiver - What Research Tells Us About Children as Caregivers’ Well Being - Children as Caregivers - Children as Caregivers for a Sibling - Children as Caregivers for a Parent - Children as Caregivers for a Grandparent - Children as Caregivers for an Older Adult - Children as Caregivers for a Younger Adult - Children as Caregivers for Cancer Survivors - Children as Caregivers for a Friend - Care Coordination as a Child Caregiver - Coping with Holidays, Birthdays & Special Occasions - Managing Family, Friends & Traditions - The Important Role of Long-Distance Children as Car
Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions About Your Care with Your Health Care Team
1y ago · 1:03:12
- How Being a Member of Diverse Communities May Impact Your Access to Oncology Care, Treatment, Management of Treatment Side Effects, & Pain Management - What to Expect from Your Relationship with Your Health Care Team: Is Your Health Care Team Providing You with Equitable, Excellent Care - What to Consider When Selecting a Cancer Care Team & Treatment Facility - Languages Spoken & Diversity of the Health Care Team - What Is Cultural Humility & How Your Care Team Practices Cultural Humility - When to Seek a Second Opinion: Finding the Best Care - How to Request Copies of Treatment & Pathology
Current Perspectives on the Future of Cancer Research
1y ago · 1:05:29
- Understanding the Future of Cancer Research & Clinical Trials - Increased Focus on Earlier Detection & Treatment of Cancer - Health Care Disparities Research - Enhanced Knowledge of the Molecular Portrait of Cancer - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Driven Approaches for Diagnosis & Treatment of Cancer - Microsatellite Instability (MSI): Mutations in DNA Mismatch Repair Genes – Implications for Treatment - Immunotherapy - CAR T-Cell Therapy - Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors & Blockade - Monoclonal Antibodies - Cancer Treatment Vaccines - Immune System Modulators - Targeted Immunotherapies - Radioph
Emerging Treatments for Metastatic Melanoma
1y ago · 59:45
- Overview of Metastatic Melanoma, Including Diagnosing & Staging - New Treatment Approaches - Targeted Therapy & the Role of Precision Medicine - The Role of Immunotherapy - Clinical Trial Updates - Follow-Up Care - Tips for Caring for Your Skin During Cancer Treatments, Including Sun & Wind Safety Recommendations - Controlling Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain - Key Questions to Ask When Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, and Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions fo
Understanding How Health Care Disparities May Influence Your Cancer Treatment and Care
1y ago · 51:55
- Disproportionate Burden of Cancer & Infectious Diseases on People of Color - Social Determinants of Health, Including Languages Spoken, Health Literacy, Culture, Race, Gender Orientation, LGBTQI+, Religion, Access to Medical Care - Influence of the Local & Regional Environment in Which You Live - How Race May Impact Your Access to Oncology Care, Treatment, Management of Treatment Side Effects & Pain Management - Tips to Find Your Best Care Team - Access to Cancer Treatment in the LGBTQI+ Community - The Role of Housing, Cost of Cancer Treatment & Follow-Up Care on Your Health - Food & Pharma
New Perspectives in the Treatment of Advanced Skin Cancer: Advanced Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Cancer
1y ago · 56:00
- Overview of Advanced Skin Cancers, Including Basal Cell & Squamous Cell Cancers - New Treatment Approaches - Emerging Role of Targeted Therapy - Clinical Trial Updates - Managing Treatment Side Effects, Discomfort & Pain - Tips for Caring for Your Skin During Cancer Treatments - Sun & Wind Safety Tips - Communicating with Your Health Care Team About Quality-of-Life Concerns - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines to Prepare Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments & Discussion of OpenNote
Cancer & the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections
1y ago · 56:39
- 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, Including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) & Intermittent FMLA - Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) State & Local Laws - Disclosure & Communication with Human Resources, Supervisors & Co-Workers - Solutions to Address Workplace Challenges - COBRA – Continuation of Insurance Benefits If Employment Ends - Disability – Short Term, Long Term, Social Security Disability (SSD)
Understanding the Cost of Care & Your Health Care Coverage
1y ago · 1:00:33
- Overview of the Medical & Indirect Costs of Treatment - What to Do When Cancer Treatment Seems Unaffordable – Self Advocacy - Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Financial Concerns - The Benefits & Limitations of Your Health Plans, Insurance, Medicare & Medicaid Coverage - Tips on Appealing Your Insurance & Medicare Claims & Provider Denials - Living Wills, Health Care Proxies & Advance Health Care Directives - Accessing Financial, Co-Payment Assistance & Medicaid Programs - Support for the Underinsured & Uninsured, Including the Affordable Care Act (ACA) & Medicaid - Other Resourc
Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments
1y ago · 57:10
- Overview of Common Eye & Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments - Discussion of Common Eye & Vision Changes, Including Causes & Risk Factors - Tips to Manage Dry Eyes, Watery Eyes, Itching Eyes, Blepharitis, Loss of Eyelashes, Changes in Vision, Cataracts, Floaters & Flashing Lights - The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team - Tips to Manage Low Vision & How Eye Products Can Help You Manage Eye/Vision Changes - Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Guidelines for Eye Examinations & Check-Ups - Quality-of-Life Concerns -
Trends in Oncology & Treatment Planning: A Guide to Getting the Best Care
1y ago · 56:59
- Understanding Your Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment Options - Clinical Trial Opportunities: How Research Increases Treatment Options - Factors That May Affect Treatment Planning - How Your Health Care Team May Help You Address Your Care - Participating in Decisions about Your Treatment Plans, Side Effect Prevention & Management - Understanding the Role of Supportive Care - The Role of Self Advocacy in Your Oncology Care - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions
Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing and Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You
1y ago · 56:49
- Overview of the Different Names for Biomarker Testing & Why They Can Be Helpful for Treatment - Tumor Marker Testing, Genomic Profiling, Genomic Sequencing, Molecular Profiling, Next Generation Sequencing - The Relationship Between Biomarker Testing & Precision Medicine - Types of Biomarker Tests for Cancer Treatment - Do I Need Biomarker Testing for My Cancer? - How is Biomarker Testing Done? Using Samples of Your Cancer & Your Healthy Cells - Samples are Sent to the Lab Where Pathologists Test for Certain Biomarkers - Some Results Might Lead to Genetic Testing – Inherited or Germline Mutat
Understanding the Important Role that Biomarker Testing Plays in Informing the Treatment of Cancer
1y ago · 58:17
- Overview & Definition of Biomarkers - What are Some Examples of Biomarker Testing - How Biomarker Testing Provides Useful Information for Cancer Treatment - Why the Molecular Portrait of Cancer is so Important - The Role of the Pathologist - Benefits of Biomarker Testing & 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, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNot
Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer
1y ago · 55:49
- Overview of Clinical Trials & Why They are Important - Understanding Your Treatment Options, Including Clinical Trials - Concerns About Participating in Clinical Trials - Types of Clinical Trials - What Happens in a Clinical Trial? - The Meaning of Informed Consent - Benefits & Risks of Participation - How & Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About Clinical Trial Participation - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discuss

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Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer

Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer

Accessing Cancer Treatment in Rural Communities

Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips

For Caregivers: Care Coordination for Your Loved One Living with Cancer and Other Health Problems

Participating in Decisions about Your Care

Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments

Coping with Cancer

Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship

Veterans and Cancer: Unique Challenges

Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer

Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap

Children as Caregivers for a Loved One with Cancer

Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions About Your Care with Your Health Care Team

Current Perspectives on the Future of Cancer Research

Emerging Treatments for Metastatic Melanoma

Understanding How Health Care Disparities May Influence Your Cancer Treatment and Care

New Perspectives in the Treatment of Advanced Skin Cancer: Advanced Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Cancer

Cancer & the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections

Understanding the Cost of Care & Your Health Care Coverage

Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments

Trends in Oncology & Treatment Planning: A Guide to Getting the Best Care

Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing and Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You

Understanding the Important Role that Biomarker Testing Plays in Informing the Treatment of Cancer

Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer

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Episodes 33

Understanding the Role of Immunotherapy in Treating Cancer

Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer

Accessing Cancer Treatment in Rural Communities

Challenges Young Adults with Cancer Face: Coping Tips

For Caregivers: Care Coordination for Your Loved One Living with Cancer and Other Health Problems

Participating in Decisions about Your Care

Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments

Coping with Cancer

Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship

Veterans and Cancer: Unique Challenges

Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer

Addressing the LGBTQI+ Health Disparities Gap

Children as Caregivers for a Loved One with Cancer

Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions About Your Care with Your Health Care Team

Current Perspectives on the Future of Cancer Research

Emerging Treatments for Metastatic Melanoma

Understanding How Health Care Disparities May Influence Your Cancer Treatment and Care

New Perspectives in the Treatment of Advanced Skin Cancer: Advanced Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Cancer

Cancer & the Workplace: Understanding Your Legal Protections

Understanding the Cost of Care & Your Health Care Coverage

Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments

Trends in Oncology & Treatment Planning: A Guide to Getting the Best Care

Understanding the Different Names for Biomarker Testing and Their Role in Selecting the Best Treatment for You

Understanding the Important Role that Biomarker Testing Plays in Informing the Treatment of Cancer

Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer