Frankly Speaking about Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the topic of today’s show, as part of CSC’s launch of the newest edition to the Frankly Speaking About Cancer series. Joining the discussion is Dr. Nasser Hanna, a medical oncologist at Indiana University with a focus on lung cancer and Maureen Rigney, the Director of Community and Support Services at the Lung Cancer Alliance. Join us as we look into a variety of concerns cancer ...
59m Jan 22, 2013
59m
Special Encore Presentation: ‘Tis the Season…for cold, flu and fatigue
On today's episode, the Cancer Support Community addresses cancer care through the winter, cold and flu season. Kim Thiboldeaux is joined by Michelle Warren, the program director at our affiliate in Gilda’s Club Metro Detroit and Alice Beers, an Oncology nurse at the Lombardi Cancer Center at Georgetown University Hospital. Tune in to find out how to stay healthy and cope effectively with post-...
58m Jan 15, 2013
58m
Be Here Now
Be Here Now is a raw and intimate documentary film currently in production which chronicles the cancer journey of actor Andy Whitfield and his wife Vashti and inspires all of us to live life fearlessly. Andy became an international star in 2009 when he was cast in the lead role in the hit television show, “Spartacus: Blood and Sand.” While seemingly on top of the world, Andy was diagnosed with...
58m Dec 18, 2012
58m
Skin Side Effects and Cancer Treatment
Tuesday’s show focuses on skin issues experienced by cancer patients both during and after treatment. CSC welcomes Dr. Mario E. Lacouture, a dermatologist at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, who focuses on the prevention and side effect management for those experiencing skin issues during and after cancer treatment. These include issues affecting the skin, hair, and nails of cancer patie...
59m Dec 11, 2012
59m
Special Encore Presentation: Lynch Syndrome and Genetic Counseling
A genetic mutation in the DNA of people with Lynch Syndrome gives them as much as an 80% chance of getting colon cancer, along with an increased risk of several other types of cancers. Learn more about this syndrome, the genetic testing that is done for it and tips for managing it. In this informative episode, Kim Thiboldeaux is joined by Stephanie Cohen and Dawn McIlvried, two board-certified ...
1hr Nov 27, 2012
1hr
Special Encore Presentation: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer
With over 12 million cancer survivors living in the United States, many children are being significantly impacted when a parent is diagnosed with cancer. This episode will feature The Children’s Treehouse Foundation, the nation’s only organization providing hospital-based, cancer-focused, psychosocial intervention training and programming to improve the emotional health of children whose parent...
57m Nov 20, 2012
57m
Special Encore Presentation: Young Adults and Cancer
Approximately 70,000 adolescents and young adults from ages 15 to 39 are diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States. On today's episode, the Cancer Support Community addresses the topic of young adults with cancer. Tune in to listen to Kim Thiboldeaux as she’s joined by Dr. Leonard Sender – Founder and Medical Director of the Children’s Hospital Orange County Cancer Institute; and Mat...
58m Nov 13, 2012
58m
Special Encore Presentation: The New Cancer Community
Tune in June 5th for CSC’s newest radio show episode “The New Cancer Community”, joined by Heidi Adams, Senior Director of Engagement for LIVESTRONG and Karin Diamond, cancer survivor and blogger of EyesPeeledAlways. Joined by host Kim Thiboldeaux, the guests discuss the growing use of social media and new technologies to support people impacted by a cancer diagnosis – the many different ways t...
57m Oct 30, 2012
57m
Special Encore Presentation: Medical Facts and Myths: What You Need To Know
Join host Kim Thiboldeaux as she sits down to discuss the new book, Dr. Chopra Says, Medical Facts and Myths: What You Need To Know with authors Dr. Sanjiv Chopra, a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and Dr. Alan Lotvin, a cardiologist by practice and one the Board Members here at CSC Headquarters. Tune in to hear the authors provide medical advice about an array of controversial ...
58m Oct 23, 2012
58m
Living Healthy with Cancer Part 2
On this second installment of our Living Healthy with Cancer series, learn about medical management during the cancer experience. Returning to the show is Dr. William Schaffner, Chair of the Department of Preventive Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and Vicki Kennedy, LCSW, Vice President of Program Development and Delivery at the Cancer Support Community. Our newest program, Li...
57m Oct 16, 2012
57m
Breakaway from Cancer 2012
The Breakaway from Cancer initiative is a unique partnership between Amgen and four cancer-related nonprofits that aims to increase awareness of the free resources available for people affected by cancer, from diagnosis through survivorship. Breakaway from Cancer plays a role in cycling races across the country, including the Amgen Tour of California, the biggest cycling event in America. On to...
56m Oct 09, 2012
56m
The Power of the Pen
Writing has the power to elevate the spirit and the mind, to bring solace and understanding. Join us for a conversation with columnist Suleika Jaouad who writes a weekly column for the NY Times’ Well section called Life Interrupted which chronicles her journey as a young adult with cancer and Meredith Ruden, an Oncology Social Worker who implemented the Healing With Words workshop at Mt. Sinai ...
55m Oct 02, 2012
55m
Myelofibrosis
Today’s show will delve deep into this newly classified and rare type of cancer--- Myelofibrosis. This chronic form of leukemia affects 1.5 out of every 100,000 people in the United States every year and CSC is bringing on experts and patients to demystify this often unheard of and misunderstood disease. Kim is joined by Dr. Ross Levine of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Melissa Wright,...
55m Sep 25, 2012
55m
Special Encore Presentation: Chemicals and Cancer- The Toxic Connection
Join host Kim Thiboldeaux for an in-depth discussion on the potential link between chemicals and a cancer diagnosis. With the threat of toxic chemicals in many household and everyday products, this important discussion joins experts in the field to review current legislation, the cancer connection, risk factors and what we can be doing to combat this toxic connection. Joining Kim is Daryl Ditz,...
54m Sep 18, 2012
54m
Living Healthy with Cancer
Tuesday’s radio show highlights our newest program, Living Healthy with Cancer, which aims to teach patients ways to stay healthy during active treatment. The show features Dr. William Schaffner, chair, Department of Preventive Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Jill Vanak, a nurse practitioner at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Susan Bratton, the Founder and CEO of Me...
56m Sep 11, 2012
56m