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Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Cancer Survivors: How to manage symptoms

Some reports show that approximately 60 to 70 percent of patients who receive chemotherapy develop Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy. In some survivors, the damage is prevalent after chemotherapy has been completed. Do you or a loved one suffer from Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy? Is it interfering with your daily life? If so, then this online webinar is designed for you.

Please join our MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper expert Samuel S. Hardy, MD as he discusses the management and treatment of Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy.

The online discussion will address the following:

                What is Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy?

                What can you do to reduce your risk factors?

                What are the signs and symptoms?

                How is it diagnosed?

                What are the latest treatment for Cancer Induced Peripheral Neuropathy?

About the presenter:
Dr. Samuel Hardy is the Head of the Division of Palliative Medicine and Program Director of the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship. He is also an Assistant Professor at the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. He specializes in Symptom management for oncology patients, malignant bone pain, and cancer anorexia/cachexia.

This one-hour presentation will include a Q & A session. We look forward to you participating in this lively informal discussion sponsored by the Wellness After Cancer Survivorship program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper.

TO JOIN THIS WEBINAR:

Meeting Access Link:

Or to join by phone:

Dial: 646-992-2010

Meeting number (access code): 2300 009 8039

You can join the webinar by computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone, or landline phone.

About the Wellness After Cancer Survivorship Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper:
At MD Anderson at Cooper, a patient is considered a survivor the moment they are diagnosed with cancer, and our team is dedicated to helping survivors live their lives to the fullest throughout their cancer journey. Our Wellness After Cancer Survivorship Program addresses the physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients. Click here to learn more about our Wellness After Cancer Survivorship Program and the many resources available.