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Welcome to Patient Power with Andrew Schorr, a cancer webcast that represents the patient's point of view and connects you with respected M. D. Anderson Cancer Center medical experts, inspiring patients, survivors and family members.
This series of informative cancer podcasts focuses on cancer prevention, the latest cancer treatments and technologies and other things you'll want to know when making decisions about cancer care.
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About Andrew Schorr
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Join Us alternating Tuesday evenings, 7 p.m., Central
M. D. Anderson Presents Patient Power with Andrew Schorr
Our live webcasts provide an opportunity for you to participate by submitting questions by phone or e-mail to be answered during the broadcast. All of our webcasts are available for downloading as audio and transcripts, so that you may listen to them or read them at your convenience. |
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Tuesday, September 2, 2008 - Replay to this Broadcast
Cancer & Neuropathy
One of the many side effects of chemotherapy is peripheral neuropathy which is characterized by numbness and burning in the hands and feet. As researchers continue to develop a treatment for cancer-related neuropathy, learn how to reduce the symptoms. |
Tuesday, September 16, 2008 7:00-8:00 p.m. CT LIVE - Bookmark this Broadcast
Advances in the Treatment of Testicular Cancer
Approximately 7,000 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer each year in the United States, making testicular cancer fairly uncommon. About 90% of cases are successfully treated, and even Stage III testicular tumors have a five-year survival rate approaching 75%. |
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Tuesday, October 7, 2008 - Bookmark this Broadcast
Cancer & Lymphedema
Lymphedema, also known as lymphatic obstruction, is caused by an interruption of normal lymphatic flow, occurring most commonly in women who have had breast cancer surgery with removal of lymph nodes, followed by radiation therapy. Learn about treatment plans, including massage, skin care and exercise. |
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