More than 100 artists from across the country have transformed radiation masks formerly worn by head and neck cancer patients into works of art as part of a unique fundraiser, Courage Unmasked. The event, which is a collaboration with NCCS, will be held on Sept. 9 at the American University Museum’s Katzen Art Center in Washington, D.C. Learn more or buy tickets >> ___________________________________
Cancer Advocate Spotlight: Ken Youner
As a physician who diagnosed his patients with cancer, a caregiver for his late wife, and a 6-year kidney cancer survivor, Ken Youner has become all too familiar with cancer. Through his advocacy work, Ken has found hope and inspiration. Now he’s on a mission to inspire others. Read more >>
Toolbox Module Highlight: Dying Well
Although death is an inevitable part of life, few of us know just what to do or say or how to find the support we need when we are nearing the end of our lives and saying our final goodbyes. Dying Well — The Final Stage of Survivorship is an informative, supportive, and reassuring program designed to teach you more about your choices and resources and what to expect during this last stage of survival. Listen now >>
If you’ve been paying attention to the healthcare reform debate, you know that end-of-life care has been a hotly debated topic. NCCS distributed a press release in August stating its support of the use of advance care planning as a best practice for quality care. Read our press release >>
CCCIA — Plan for Cancer Coordination
Congress is back after a month in the trenches, and during that time the rhetoric around healthcare reform and care planning has become more confused. Advance care planning for end-of-life treatment is one important piece of a whole spectrum of coordinated care planning necessary for people who have been diagnosed with cancer. Now is the perfect time to highlight that need!
Show your support for comprehensive cancer care planning by asking your representative to become a co-sponsor of H.R. 1844, the Comprehensive Cancer Care Improvement Act (CCCIA), which calls for better coordination of care and improved communication between patients and their healthcare teams before, during, and after treatment. We need a show of support from members of the House to ensure this important piece of legislation moves forward. Call or write your representative >> ___________________________________
What’s Your Cancerversary?
Many survivors acknowledge a significant date or period of time from the cancer journey — such as a surgery date or the last day of treatment — every year. On our Web site, you can create your own page to share your survivorship experience and let others know what cancerversary means to you. You can also create a page to honor a loved one who inspires you, or pay tribute to someone you’ve lost. Create your page >> ___________________________________
"Spokes of Hope" Brings Cancer Advocates on Bikes to the Nation’s Capital!
This month, cancer survivors and their caregivers and loved ones will cycle around the country to a number of cancer centers to garner support and raise awareness about the impact of cancer. Organized by Cyclists Combating Cancer, the New York/New Jersey regional ride begins on Sept. 14 and culminates in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 16 with a ride to the National Cancer Institute and Capitol Hill. Learn more or register >>
