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July 20, 2023
Brielle Gregory Collins, ASCO staff

Using Integrative Therapies to Help Manage Cancer-Related Pain: An Expert Q&A

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In this podcast, Dr. Richard T. Lee and Dr. Jun Mao discuss what people with cancer should know about using integrative therapies, also called complementary therapies, to manage cancer-related pain, including what these therapies are and the different types of pain they can help with.

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July 18, 2023
Fernanda Cano Casarotto, MD

Cancer in My Community: Addressing Health Disparities in Brazil

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In this “Cancer in My Community” post, Dr. Fernanda Cano Casarotto describes what cancer is like in Brazil, including what the most common cancers in the country are, the 2 ways people access care, the importance of prevention, and resources available to support patients.

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July 6, 2023
Karina Senyase Zamarripa Martinez, MD

Cancer in My Community: Overcoming Delays in Care for Children With Cancer in Mexico

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In this “Cancer in My Community” post, Dr. Karina Senyase Zamarripa Martinez describes what cancer is like for children in Mexico, including what drew her to pediatric oncology, the challenges patients face in receiving timely care, and local resources available for support.

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June 27, 2023
Allison Moskowitz Duggan, LCSW

How to Cope With Taking Long-Term Medication

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Oncology social worker Allison Moskowitz Duggan shares what people diagnosed with cancer should know about taking long-term medication, including how to cope with the emotional and practical challenges and where to find support.

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June 23, 2023
Manali I. Patel, MD, MPH, MS, and Ana Velázquez Mañana, MD, MSc

What Are Drug Shortages and How Can They Impact Care for People With Cancer?

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Dr. Manali Patel and Dr. Ana Velázquez Mañana discuss what people with cancer should know about drug shortages, including why they happen, how they can impact cancer care, and how to work with the health care team if a drug you are receiving is in shortage.

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