Improving the Cancer Experience with Palliative Care
October 22, 2013
Hosted by Cancer Support Community
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Episode Description
We’re hearing the phrase “the cancer experience” more and more these days. This show is all about an increasingly popular concept in the cancer space that is all about improving the cancer experience—the concept of palliative care. Our host Kim Thiboldeaux is joined by some top experts who will explain what palliative care (also called supportive care) is and why it’s so important to incorporate in every step of your cancer journey. Kim is joined by Rebecca Kirch, Director, Quality of Life and Survivorship, Cancer Control, American Cancer Society; Tom Kean, President and CEO of C-Change; and Selma R. Schimmel, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Vital Options International.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community
Tuesdays at 1 PM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness Channel
Frankly Speaking about Cancer is a program that inspires, educates, and empowers patients, survivors, and caregivers living with cancer. Hosted by the Cancer Support Community, this award-winning show features health professionals, elected leaders, advocates, and celebrities who share their insights and experiences. Timely and relevant, each episode helps us live well with cancer. Join the Cancer Support Community Tuesday afternoons at 1 P.M. PT and 4 P.M. ET on the Voice America Health and Wellness network.
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