In this post, Dr. Jennifer D. Son describes the different types of mastectomies for breast cancer, what people can expect from each, and questions to ask the health care team when considering mastectomy as a treatment option. Read More >>
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March 2, 2023 · Jennifer D. Son, MD, FACS
February 28, 2023 · Brielle Gregory Collins, ASCO staff
In this podcast, Dr. Allison Magnuson talks with patient advocate Beverly Canin about cancer care for people age 65 or older, including what they can expect, how to advocate for themselves, and what they should know about participating in cancer research. Read More >>
February 22, 2023 · Teresa Knoop, MSN, RN, AOCN®
Oncology nurse Teresa Knoop discusses how your oncology nurse can help you during cancer, including the role of the oncology nurse on the cancer care team and the guidance and resources they can provide throughout your cancer experience. Read More >>
February 21, 2023 · Dingle Spence, MBBS, Dip. Pall. Med, FRCR
In this “Cancer in My Community” post, Dr. Dingle Spence shares what cancer is like in Jamaica, including why she became an oncologist, how cancer care is accessed in Jamaica, the expansion of palliative care in the country, and local resources for people with cancer. Read More >>
February 13, 2023 · Leeann Medina-Martinez, LCSW
Preparing for the End of the U.S. Public Health Emergency (PHE): What People With Cancer Should Know
In this post, social worker Leeann Medina-Martinez shares what people with cancer should know about the U.S. Public Health Emergency (PHE) declaration coming to an end on May 11, 2023, including how it may impact their health insurance coverage and what they can do to keep their existing coverage or find a new plan. Read More >>