Multiple Myeloma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops show

Multiple Myeloma CancerCare Connect Education Workshops

Summary: 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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Podcasts:

 Coping with the Stresses of Caregiving When Your Loved One Has Multiple Myeloma | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:12:55

- Overview of the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma, in the Context of COVID-19 & Omicron - Deciding to Become a Caregiver - Your Important Role in Decision Making - Challenges in Communicating with the Health Care Team - Your Role in Adherence: Weekends, Holidays, and Vacations - Coping with Each Day, On Special Occasions, Anniversaries, and Birthdays - Managing Family, Friends, and Traditions - Long-Distance Caregiving - The Benefits of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, and Discussion of the 2021 Care’s Act - Self-Care Tips for Managing Lifestyle, Nutrition, Hydration and Stress - Relaxation Exercises for Caregivers - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Progress in the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:07:33

- Discussion of the Progress in the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma - Current Standard of Care, including Clinical Trial Updates - New & Emerging Treatments - The Role of Transplantation - Preventing & Managing Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain - Reducing Complications of Bone Disease - Talking with Your Treatment Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, in the Context of COVID-19 & Omicron Variants - Lifestyle, Physical Activity, and Balance Concerns, with Practical Tips - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine, including Technology, List of Questions, Follow-Up Care and Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Caring for Your Loved One with Cancer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:57:19

- 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 & Friends - Challenges of Caregivers for Cancer Survivors - Family, Partners & Friend Communication - Care Coordinator Challenges & Tips - Stresses on Family, Partners, Friends & Loved Ones - Coping with Holidays, Birthday & Special Occasions - Managing Family, Friends, Partners & Traditions - Long-Distance Caregiving - Practical Tips for Managing Caregivers’ Stress - Strategies for Self-Care - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology & Prepared List of Questions - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Understanding Diagnostic Technologies and Biomarkers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:58:49

- Overview & 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, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Quality-of-Life Concerns & Discussion of 2021 Care’s Act - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Update from the 2022 American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:56:05

- Overview of Blood Cancers, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - New Research Presented at ASH - Disease-Specific Treatment Updates from ASH on: - Lymphoma - Multiple Myeloma - Leukemia - Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) - The Role of Precision Medicine & Clinical Trials - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/ Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Its Importance in Managing Cancer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:59:58

- 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 - Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist - Clinical Trials on Adherence - The Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Care & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:55:06

- 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 Communication - How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Communicating with Your Health Care Team with Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines for Eye Examinations & Check-Ups - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Roadmap to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Progress in the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:00:29

* Overview of the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma, in the Context of COVID-19 * Current Standard of Care * New Treatment Approaches * Clinical Trial Updates, in the Context of COVID-19 * How Research Contributes to Your Treatment Options * Preventing & Managing Treatment Side Effects, Symptoms, Discomfort & Pain * Reducing Complications of Bone Disease * Talking with Your Treatment Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns * Practical Tips for Management of Side Effects, Symptoms, Neuropathy & Pain * Physical Activity & Mobility Tips to Improve Your Quality-of-Life * Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/ Telemedicine Appointments with Your Health Care Team, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments & Discussion of OpenNotes * Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Chemotherapy Treatment Side Effects: Prevention & Management | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:01:51

- Overview of Chemotherapy Treatment Side Effects & Discomfort, in the Context of COVID-19 and its Variants - Working with Your Healthcare Team to Prevent & Manage Treatment Side Effects - Common Treatment Side Effects - How Your Health Care Team Prevents & Manages Treatment Side Effects, in the Context of COVID-19 - The Role of the Oncology Nurse in Preventing & Managing Treatment Side Effects - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Current Research to Improve Control of Treatment Side Effects - Planning with Your Oncology Team to Prevent & Manage Chemotherapy Treatment Side Effects - Tips to Prepare for Chemotherapy Before Treatment Begins - Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Diverse Populations Participating in Decisions about Your Care with Your Health Care Team | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:57:51

- 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 - Language 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 Reports - Your Encounter Notes - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Your Treatment Plan - How to Self-Advocate with Health Care Staff: Language Spoken, Disability Services & Other Barriers to Health Equity - Health Literacy: How to Become More Knowledgeable & Satisfied With Your Care - Your Important Role in Shared Decision-Making - Tips to Communicate with Your Health Care Team to Determine If They are the Best Team for You - Guidelines to Improve Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Clinical Trials: How They Transform the Treatment of Cancer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:01:20

- Overview of Clinical Trials and Why They Are Important, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - 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 and Risks of Participation, in the Context of COVID-19 - How and Where Clinical Trials are Conducted - How to Participate in Clinical Trials - Specific Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Clinical Trial Participation, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines for Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, List of Questions & OpenNotes Discussion - Accessing Resources for Clinical Trials - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 What’s New in Precision Medicine | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:10:48

- Understanding Precision Medicine: Overview & Value of Precision Medicine - How Precision Medicine is Different from Targeted Treatments? - Precision Medicine’s Role in Informing Treatment Decisions: Predicting Response to Treatment - The Role of Precision Medicine in Deciding the Treatment for Leukemia, Colon Cancer & Breast Cancer - Talking with Your Health Care Team about Precision Medicine & Its Benefits - The Role of the Pathologist - OpenNotes - Asking Your Healthcare Team & Pathologist to Help You Understand OpenNotes - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/ Telemedicine Appointments - How Precision Medicine Contributes to Treatment Options & Quality of Life - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/ Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology & Prepared List of Questions & OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:58:41

- 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 - Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist - Clinical Trials on Adherence - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Care & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 0:59:11

- Overview of Cancer Survivorship, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Fear of Recurrence - Finding Your New Normal - The Importance of Treatment Summaries - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor - Talking with Your Health Care Team about Your Survivorship Questions & Concerns - Guidelines for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

 Life with Graft vs. Host Disease (GVHD) Post Allogeneic Stem Cell or Bone Marrow Transplantation: New Treatment Approaches | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:05:12

- What is Graft vs. Host Disease (GVHD) Post Allogeneic Stem Cell or Bone Marrow Transplantation? - Understanding How GVHD Develops, Including Finding GVHD Early, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants - Common Signs and Symptoms of GVHD - Types of GVHD: Chronic and Acute - Current Standard of Care for Managing GVHD - New & Promising Treatment Approaches for GVHD - Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Treatment Options - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team about Quality-of-Life Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Care & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

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