June 21, 2010
Today, June 21, marks the official the start of summer!
Spending time in the sun can be relaxing and enjoyable, but it’s important to always practice sun safety. A few tips for staying safe in the sun include:
- Wearing waterproof sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher
- Donning lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that covers your whole body
- Seeking shade or avoiding the sun during its peak hours of 10am-4pm
- Reapplying sunscreen often
- Wearing a hat and sunglasses
Our free publications on sun safety and melanoma prevention and screening offer more great tips on how to protect yourself from skin cancer. All of our publications can be ordered free of charge through our online order form.
We at CancerCare hope you’ll keep these tips in mind this summer, whether you’re sunbathing at the beach, lounging in the backyard, or taking a relaxing walk outside. We encourage all of you to spend some time ourdoors, and to safely enjoy the summer sunshine!
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Posted by Kyle Hornyak
June 15, 2010
CancerCare was proud a proud participant at the 2010 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, held June 4-8 in Chicago, IL. The ASCO Annual Meeting is the nation’s premier educational and scientific conference where more than 30,000 oncology health care professionals gather to discuss the latest in cancer care.
CancerCare’s ASCO-Sponsored Patient Advocacy Booth allowed our representatives to interact with health care professionals from across the country — and around the world — to promote our free support services for anyone affected by cancer.
ASCO President Douglas W. Blaney, MD, with CancerCare’s Monica Cavazos Mendez
Complete ASCO Annual Meeting coverage, including research summaries, podcasts, and video can be found on ASCO’s website.
CancerCare’s publication, Your Guide to the Latest Research and Treatments: Highlights from ASCO 2010, will be available soon. Please stay posted for updates!
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Posted by Kyle Hornyak
June 14, 2010
One on one counseling is an important support service that professional oncology social workers at CancerCare provide everyday to people affected by cancer. Counseling from an oncology social worker–whether conducted face to face, over the telephone or online–can help a person cope with the myriad emotional and practical challenges of a cancer diagnosis and sort out complex and often confusing feelings you might be experiencing. A social worker can also help you with practical issues such as financial challenges, improving communication with your healthcare team, and finding helpful, reliable resources online and in your own community.
CancerCare is grateful for the support it receives from Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS), whose generous grant allows us to continue operating our toll-free help line for anyone facing cancer.
To speak with an oncology social worker, call us at 1-800-813-HOPE (4673).
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June 7, 2010
Researchers at the University of Colorado, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and UCLA have joined with the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information Service to investigate how to better provide information about the best treatments possible for patients affected by breast cancer and prostate cancer.
Each of the three studies are seeking participants, who will receive a variety of types of educational information about their diagnosis, and will then be asked to participate in two brief telephone interviews with researchers over a period of nine months. All information is completely confidential.
Healing Choice for Prostate Cancer is for men who have been recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, but have not yet begun any treatment. The goal is to help men decide on the treatment that’s right for them.
Healing Choices for Women with Breast Cancer is for women who have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, but who have not yet begun any treatment. The study’s purpose is to determine the best way to provide treatment information to women, and whether the information helped them in making decisions about their treatment.
Pathways to Recovery after Breast Cancer Treatment is for women who are just completing treatment for breast cancer or have completed treatment within the past six months. The goal is to find out the best way to help women get information about life after breast cancer treatment.
To find out if you are eligible to participate in any of these studies, please call 1-866-258-7981.
CancerCare offers free, professional support services to anyone affected by breast cancer or prostate cancer. People affected by either diagnosis may qualify to receive up to $10,000 per year in co-payment assistance through the CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation.
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Posted by Kyle Hornyak
June 4, 2010
World-famous Figure skating champion Scott Hamilton is no stranger to wowing crowds with gravity-defying feats of athleticism. And as distinguished honoree at CancerCare’s 2010 Treasures of the Sea gala, he once again gave his all and left guests speechless and spellbound, with nary a skate in sight.
Scott’s sharing of his inspirational story, a story that includes triumphs over childhood illness, testicular cancer and a brain tumor, was a highlight of the ceremony. He both charmed and moved the crowd with his trademark enthusiasm and tremendous passion for cancer advocacy, especially concerning cancer and children.
From L to R: Diane Blum, CEO of the Lymphoma Research Foundation and former Executive Director of CancerCare; Helen H. Miller, CEO of CancerCare; Scott Hamilton
The gala, which took place at New York City’s Chelsea Piers, was a fantastically fun evening and a great success. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, ticket sales and auction bidding raised nearly half a million dollars in support of the CancerCare for Kids program.
Scott launched The Scott Hamilton CARES Initiative to promote cancer awareness provide information about cancer and support to patients. The initiative has raised over $10 million for cancer research and education. Please visit the organization’s website to learn more.
CancerCare for Kids offers free, professional support services such as individualized counseling and support groups for children and teens affected by cancer.
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Posted by Kyle Hornyak
