Cancer in Our Lives Forums

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Cancer strikes one in two men and one in three women during their lifetime, and cancer has touched all of our lives. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, family member or friend, these discussions will address your concerns, help you navigate the uncertainties of cancer, and provide you with the tools to face cancer with hope and courage.

Mark your calendars.  Through April, the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance are offering a series of programs to help educate and empower anyone impacted by this disease.

March 28, 2007 | 7-8:30 pm

Learning the ABCs of Cancer: Empowered Patients and Caregivers

What comes after the diagnosis?  How do you become the best-informed patient possible while beginning to address your worries, fears and concerns? How do you get the information necessary to be an effective caregiver or resource for a patient? Join Dr. Tony Back as he discusses navigating these confusing first steps down the road to wellness.

April 4, 2007 | 7-8:30 pm

Understanding Your Cancer Risk

What role does your family history play in cancer? Learn what genetics counseling can and cannot tell us. Can changing everyday lifestyle habits minimize your cancer risk? Come and understand what steps you can take to make a difference.

April 11, 2007 | 7-8:30 pm

The Etiquette of Cancer: What are the Right Things to Do and Say?

How do you comfort and encourage loved ones?  In this session join Rev. Debra Jarvis, a pastoral care staff member and a former patient herself and Eric Hansen of the social work department, as they discuss how to assist, comfort and encourage loved ones.

April 18, 2007 | 7-8:30 pm

Survivorship: Now What?

Surviving cancer can have ongoing physical and emotional effects. What does life after cancer look and feel like? Sometimes a cure is not the end of the struggle with cancer. Hear from former patients and Dr. Karen Syrjala, co-director of LIVESTRONG(tm) Survivorship Center, while they discuss the road through recovery.

For more information or to register now for these informative forums, go to: mailto:www.fhcrc.org/cancerinourlives or call 206-667-4211.