Handling the Holidays with Cancer
A KidneyCAN Town Hall Event
The holidays can be a stressful and hectic time of year. Coping with cancer at the same time can be overwhelming. We spoke with a panel of experienced patients and caregivers, along with medical professionals, to share strategies to support your overall wellbeing during the holiday season.
Experienced Patients, Caregivers, and Medical Professionals Offer Their Best Holiday Strategies
Watch our Town Hall event with panelists who understand the challenges of kidney cancer, moderated by Frank Eady, a genitourinary social worker from Emory Winship Cancer Center. Our session had three topics:
“But We Always …” : Managing Holiday Expectations and Energy
Feeling Your Best (Even When It’s Not That Great)
Banish the Bah Humbugs: Keeping Up Your Holiday Spirits
Panelists included experienced patients and caregivers, along with a medical oncologist, a dietician, and a nurse living with kidney cancer.
You’re not alone this holiday season.
We at KidneyCAN know how challenging it can be to handle busy seasons and special events when you are also living with cancer. We hope the ideas presented in our Town Hall help you have a more enjoyable season. If you’re looking to connect with more people who share your challenges and can offer support, check out our Smart Patients forum.
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🌍 #WorldKidneyCancerDay is coming up!
IKCC is hosting a Global Patient and Caregiver Symposium on June 15th to discuss living well with #kidneycancer. We`re excited to join and learn together.
Don`t miss out! Register here: https://www.worldkidneycancerday.org/register/
Being diagnosed with and treated for kidney cancer will change many facets of your life. KidneyCAN provides information and support to help you manage your stress and improve your health and well-being at our Patient Resource Center: https://bit.ly/LivingWellRCC
#AcceleratingCures #LivingWellwithCancer
Jun 8
🌍 #WorldKidneyCancerDay is coming up!
IKCC is hosting a Global Patient and Caregiver Symposium on June 15th to discuss living well with #kidneycancer. We`re excited to join and learn together.
Don`t miss out! Register here: https://www.worldkidneycancerday.org/register/
Being diagnosed with and treated for kidney cancer will change many facets of your life. KidneyCAN provides information and support to help you manage your stress and improve your health and well-being at our Patient Resource Center: https://bit.ly/LivingWellRCC
#AcceleratingCures #LivingWellwithCancer
📣 World Kidney Cancer Day is on June 15th!
This year`s theme is "Living Well with Kidney Cancer." Join our partners and us at IKCC for the Global Patient and Caregiver Symposium to learn more about maintaining your quality of life while managing #kidneycancer.
Register here: https://www.worldkidneycancerday.org/register/
In the meantime, check out our Patient Resource Center for more resources to help you feel your best while coping with kidney cancer: https://bit.ly/LivingWellRCC
#WorldKidneyCancerDay #AcceleratingCures #LivingWellwithCancer
Jun 7
📣 World Kidney Cancer Day is on June 15th!
This year`s theme is "Living Well with Kidney Cancer." Join our partners and us at IKCC for the Global Patient and Caregiver Symposium to learn more about maintaining your quality of life while managing #kidneycancer.
Register here: https://www.worldkidneycancerday.org/register/
In the meantime, check out our Patient Resource Center for more resources to help you feel your best while coping with kidney cancer: https://bit.ly/LivingWellRCC
#WorldKidneyCancerDay #AcceleratingCures #LivingWellwithCancer
Don`t miss this insightful video featuring Dr. Eric Jonasch from MD Anderson Cancer Center discussing brain metastases in #kidneycancer. Learn about:
· early indicators
· the importance of brain MRIs
· treatment options like SRS and surgery
· the effectiveness of existing drug treatments
Stay informed and empowered on this critical topic. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q7c-YV85oso
May 31
Don`t miss this insightful video featuring Dr. Eric Jonasch from MD Anderson Cancer Center discussing brain metastases in #kidneycancer. Learn about:
· early indicators
· the importance of brain MRIs
· treatment options like SRS and surgery
· the effectiveness of existing drug treatments
Stay informed and empowered on this critical topic. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q7c-YV85oso
🇺🇸 Honoring Heroes on Memorial Day 🇺🇸
Today, on #MemorialDay, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. We pay tribute to their courage, dedication, and selflessness in defending our freedoms.
As we commemorate this day, it is essential to recognize that many service-related deaths result from diseases, specifically #kidneycancer, linked to exposures during military service. We stand with our veterans and their families, offering support and resources to navigate their healthcare journeys.
Visit our Kidney Cancer and the Military page in the Patient Resource Center, where we share powerful stories from veterans affected by cancer due to exposure while serving. These stories highlight the significance of the recently passed PACT Act, which provides recognition, validation, and medical aid for service-related chemical injuries.
https://bit.ly/MiltaryandKidneyCancer
Today, let us honor our fallen heroes and also support our living heroes by ensuring they receive the care and benefits they deserve. Together, we can continue to advocate for improved healthcare access and research advancements, while standing in solidarity with our military community.
#MemorialDay #RememberingOurHeroes #VeteransStories #PACTAct #supportourheroes
May 29
🇺🇸 Honoring Heroes on Memorial Day 🇺🇸
Today, on #MemorialDay, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. We pay tribute to their courage, dedication, and selflessness in defending our freedoms.
As we commemorate this day, it is essential to recognize that many service-related deaths result from diseases, specifically #kidneycancer, linked to exposures during military service. We stand with our veterans and their families, offering support and resources to navigate their healthcare journeys.
Visit our Kidney Cancer and the Military page in the Patient Resource Center, where we share powerful stories from veterans affected by cancer due to exposure while serving. These stories highlight the significance of the recently passed PACT Act, which provides recognition, validation, and medical aid for service-related chemical injuries.
https://bit.ly/MiltaryandKidneyCancer
Today, let us honor our fallen heroes and also support our living heroes by ensuring they receive the care and benefits they deserve. Together, we can continue to advocate for improved healthcare access and research advancements, while standing in solidarity with our military community.
#MemorialDay #RememberingOurHeroes #VeteransStories #PACTAct #supportourheroes
A gorgeous day in DC! KidneyCAN joined partner organizations to speak to freshman reps in Congress about the need for CDMRP funding. Thanks to all who joined us!
#AcceleratingCures
May 18
A gorgeous day in DC! KidneyCAN joined partner organizations to speak to freshman reps in Congress about the need for CDMRP funding. Thanks to all who joined us!
#AcceleratingCures
📸 Capturing meaningful connections! Our KidneyCAN team had the privilege of engaging with patients and guests at the "Together Facing Genitourinary Cancer" workshop at Fox Chase Cancer Center last night. Patients also heard from experts on promising treatments for #GUcancers.
We`re proud to provide valuable resources and support to those affected by #kidneycancer! Thank you to FCCC for having us at this event.
May 12
📸 Capturing meaningful connections! Our KidneyCAN team had the privilege of engaging with patients and guests at the "Together Facing Genitourinary Cancer" workshop at Fox Chase Cancer Center last night. Patients also heard from experts on promising treatments for #GUcancers.
We`re proud to provide valuable resources and support to those affected by #kidneycancer! Thank you to FCCC for having us at this event.
We recently caught up with one of our favorites, Dr. Alexander Kutikov of Fox Chase Cancer Center, at the American Urological Association meeting. Tonight, we`re back at Fox Chase for "Together Facing Genitourinary Cancer," a free educational workshop for patients and caregivers.
The program will feature a panel of Fox Chase clinicians and researchers discussing promising treatments for bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer. KidneyCAN, along with industry partners and Fox Chase special services, will also participate in the event by providing helpful resources.
If you`re near Philly, come join us tonight! Info at https://www.foxchase.org/TogetherFacingGUCancer2023
May 11
We recently caught up with one of our favorites, Dr. Alexander Kutikov of Fox Chase Cancer Center, at the American Urological Association meeting. Tonight, we`re back at Fox Chase for "Together Facing Genitourinary Cancer," a free educational workshop for patients and caregivers.
The program will feature a panel of Fox Chase clinicians and researchers discussing promising treatments for bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer. KidneyCAN, along with industry partners and Fox Chase special services, will also participate in the event by providing helpful resources.
If you`re near Philly, come join us tonight! Info at https://www.foxchase.org/TogetherFacingGUCancer2023
"I`m not going to be pre-cancer Laura ever again. I happen to quite like post-cancer Laura, actually, so that`s a good thing."
🧡💚💪✨
At our recent Town Hall, we heard from the best experts -- patients who understand the challenges of living with #kidneycancer. We also learned about strategies for coping and thriving despite the uncertainties. Watch the recording now for inspiration and hope!
WATCH: https://youtu.be/gdYKrEL7OjM
Additional resources for patients at www.kidneycan.org
#kidneycancer #KidneyCAN #TownHall #RCC #survivorship
May 3
"I`m not going to be pre-cancer Laura ever again. I happen to quite like post-cancer Laura, actually, so that`s a good thing."
🧡💚💪✨
At our recent Town Hall, we heard from the best experts -- patients who understand the challenges of living with #kidneycancer. We also learned about strategies for coping and thriving despite the uncertainties. Watch the recording now for inspiration and hope!
WATCH: https://youtu.be/gdYKrEL7OjM
Additional resources for patients at www.kidneycan.org
#kidneycancer #KidneyCAN #TownHall #RCC #survivorship
Looking for inspiration and hope on your #kidneycancer journey? Join us for our Town Hall event on Tuesday, featuring stories of survivorship from three patients.
Register now for this free virtual webinar: https://bit.ly/RCCSurvivorship
#rcc #cancersurvivorship #hope
Apr 22
Looking for inspiration and hope on your #kidneycancer journey? Join us for our Town Hall event on Tuesday, featuring stories of survivorship from three patients.
Register now for this free virtual webinar: https://bit.ly/RCCSurvivorship
#rcc #cancersurvivorship #hope
KidneyCAN`s next Town Hall event is next week on Tuesday, April 25th! We`re talking about #RCC survivorship. Hear from three #kidneycancer patients who are making the most of their time and living fully despite their diagnoses.
Register now! It`s free: https://bit.ly/RCCSurvivorship
Apr 18
KidneyCAN`s next Town Hall event is next week on Tuesday, April 25th! We`re talking about #RCC survivorship. Hear from three #kidneycancer patients who are making the most of their time and living fully despite their diagnoses.
Register now! It`s free: https://bit.ly/RCCSurvivorship
