Inside Cancer.Net – November 2011



			November 2011

This Month on Cancer.Net

Watch Kaleidoscope on Ice on Thanksgiving Day

For the third year in a row, ASCO is participating in Kaleidoscope, a holiday variety special featuring champion ice skaters and musical performers that delivers a message of empowerment and hope to all cancer survivors. Once again, Cancer.Net will serve as the official clinical cancer information resource of the event.

The event will be held on November 18 in Charlotte, NC, and tickets are free (Ticketmaster service charges will apply). Kaleidoscope will air on FOX at 4:00 p.m. ET on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, immediately following the NFL game. Order tickets and learn more.


			Research News: Breast Cancer Risk Read about a new study that found no increased risk of breast cancer for non-carriers in families with a BRCA gene mutation.
			Sexuality After Gynecologic Surgery For women with cancer, find tips for coping with feelings of loss, anxiety, and sadness after surgery that affects your reproductive organs. Read the article >>
			More Ways to Find a Cancer Doctor Cancer.Net's Find an Oncologist database, a free tool to search for ASCO member oncologists, has been updated. Now, search for a doctor by gender, practice type, language spoken, and within a wider distance range. Search the database >>
			Cancer and the Holidays As the weather gets colder and the holiday season approaches, find out some coping strategies and health precautions to take while traveling with cancer and living with cancer in the winter months.


			Breast Cancer Researchers in the Spotlight In this video, four researchers supported by the Conquer Cancer Foundation talk about making a difference in the lives of people with breast cancer. Watch the video >>
			Managing the Cost of Cancer Care Cancer.Net Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum, MSW, discusses the challenges of paying for cancer care. For more information about managing cost, download or order ASCO’s printed booklet. Watch the video >>
			Podcast: After Breast Cancer -- Preventing Lymphedema In this audio podcast, find practical tips for lowering your risk of lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. Listen to the podcast >>



			Cancer Types Fallopian Tube Cancer Hodgkin Lymphoma, Childhood Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic, Childhood, Spanish Leukemia, Acute Myeloid, Childhood, Spanish Osteosarcoma - Childhood Thyroid Cancer
			Cancer-Related Syndromes Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Hereditary Non-VHL Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer Hereditary Mixed Polyposis Syndrome Lynch Syndrome MYH-Associated Polyposis
			Articles ASCO Expert Corner: A Decision Aid Tool for Lung Cancer Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration—What to Expect Breast Reconstruction Caring for the Whole Patient Choosing a Breast Prosthesis Flu Facts for People With Cancer and Cancer Survivors Late Effects of Childhood Cancer Look Good…Feel Better Managing Late Effects of Childhood Cancer Mastectomy: What to Know Questions to Ask the Doctor Support Groups
			ASCO Answers Fact Sheets Breast Cancer Leukemia, Acute Myeloid, Childhood

Coming Soon: Free DVD and Resource Guide for ASCO Members

A to Z Health is making available a FREE DVD and Resource Guide for patients based on Cancer.Net content. ASCO members can learn more and enroll for a free copy today.

Genitourinary Cancers Symposium Registration

Patient advocates can sign up now for the 2012 Genitourinary Cancers Symposium, set for February 2-4 in San Francisco. For details about the symposium and registration, visit Cancer.Net or email patientadvocates@asco.org.

Cancer.Net Mobile Update

Download Cancer.Net’s free app to keep track of your care through your mobile phone. Watch for an upcoming update to Cancer.Net Mobile that will give you the option of enhanced password protection of your information as well as additional content updates.

National Bone Marrow Awareness Month

November is National Bone Marrow Awareness Month. Each year, thousands of people with life-threatening diseases of the bone marrow are in need of a bone marrow transplantation. Learn more about donating stem cells/bone marrow.

Printed Materials Update

Be sure to download or order Cancer.Net’s newly updated patient materials! Updates are now available for the breast cancer fact sheet and guide to cancer. Each one-page ASCO Answers fact sheet provides an introduction on a specific topic. And, see the newest fact sheet in the series on bone metastasis. Visit cancer.net/estore for complete details.

Explore CancerProgress.Net

Discover the transformation in cancer care on this dedicated ASCO website. Hear from leading oncologists who care for patients and conduct clinical cancer research about the significance of recent advances in ovarian and cervical cancers, lymphoma, and more. Check it out today!

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Inside Cancer.Net is a monthly newsletter highlighting new content and features of the American Society of Clinical Oncology's (ASCO) patient information website, Cancer.Net (www.cancer.net). The website brings ASCO’s expertise to people with cancer and those who care for and care about them. ASCO is composed of more than 30,000 members globally who are leaders in advancing cancer care. All the information and content on Cancer.Net was developed and approved by the cancer doctors who are members of ASCO, making Cancer.Net an up-to date and trusted resource for cancer information. Cancer.Net is supported by the Conquer Cancer Foundation, which provides support for breakthrough cancer research, professional education, and patient and family support.