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Cancer.Net Podcasts
Cancer.Net is pleased to offer its patient information on cancer research, treatment, coping, and many other topics in an audio podcast format. This gives people with cancer, and their families and friends, an additional option of how they'd like to receive oncologist-approved information from Cancer.Net.
Explaining Podcasts
A Cancer.Net Podcast is a pre-recorded audio file in which a specific cancer-related topic is addressed in order to assist people with cancer. A podcast can be listened to online (through the Internet) or downloaded to your computer free of charge. After downloading, a Cancer.Net Podcast may also be transferred to an MP3 audio player, such as an iPod. To download or listen to a Cancer.Net Podcast on your computer, you will need software capable of playing MP3 files, such as Windows Media Player or QuickTime.
You may also want to subscribe to Cancer.Net Podcasts, so that new offerings are automatically downloaded to your personal computer as soon as they are available. To subscribe, copy-and-paste the link below into software that allows podcast subscriptions, such as iTunes or Juice.
For a variety of podcasts designed for professionals in the field of oncology, see the ASCO Podcasts.
The Role on an Oncology Pharmacist, with R. Donald Harvey, PharmD, FCCP, BCOP and John Valgus, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
April 22, 2013
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(10.14 MB/11:05)
In this podcast, we discuss the role of an oncology pharmacist. This podcast is led by Drs. R. Donald Harvey and John Valgus.
Grocery Shopping Made Easier
April 1, 2013
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(7.05 MB/7:42)
In this podcast, we'll talk about how to follow four basic steps to make meal planning and grocery shopping a little easier.
Cancer and the Winter Months
January 28, 2013
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(5.26 MB/5:45)
This podcast discusses five precautions that people with cancer can take to reduce their risk of illness and stay more comfortable during colder weather.
The Role of an Oncology Nurse, with Mary Gullatte, PhD, RN, ANP, BC, AOCN®, FAAN and Cynthia Cantril, RN
December 17, 2012
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(20.69 MB/22:36)
In this podcast, we discuss the role of an oncology nurse.
Strategies for a Better Night's Sleep
April 9, 2012
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(3.68 MB/4:01)
Strategies that you can use to get a good night's sleep.
Just for Teens - Cancer and School
February 27, 2012
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(4.01 MB/4:23)
How teenagers with cancer can balance school and treatment.
Understanding the Costs Related to Cancer Care
February 20, 2012
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(4.84 MB/5:17)
Common costs related to cancer care.
Giving Patients a Way to Share Their Stories, with Evan Lipson, MD
April 4, 2011
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(5.61 MB/6:08)
This podcast is led by ASCO member, Evan J. Lipson, MD. Dr. Lipson recently launched a website, called Seize the Days, that offers people with cancer and their families an opportunity to record and preserve audio interviews as a way to share their personal stories with others. In this podcast, Dr. Lipson discusses Seize the Days and provides stories from patients about how a cancer diagnosis affected their lives. ASCO would like to thank Dr. Lipson and his patients for sharing these stories.
Managing Stress
December 2, 2009
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(6.25 MB/6:50)
An illness such as cancer can be one of the most stressful events in a person's life. In this podcast, we'll discuss some practical tips for reducing stress.
The Importance of Hydration
July 1, 2009
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(5.55 MB/6:03)
In this podcast, we'll review why people with cancer have a higher risk of dehydration, what symptoms to watch out for that may signal dehydration, and offer five simple ways to help keep your body's fluid supply in balance.