Month: November 2018

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer: Where has it been, and where is it going? Originally Broadcasted: Thursday, November 29th 2018 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET The webinar provided an introduction to the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (CPAC), assessed the results achieved to date by the current Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control and discussed what should be considered in a renewed cancer strategy. In particular, the presentation covered

Originally broadcast: Thursday, November 15th 2018 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET In this presentation, Alan Birch discussed the role of an Oncology Drug Access Navigator as well as how the role fits into the healthcare team and what they help patients with. He gave a brief overview and history of the role as well as discussing challenges faced by patients and how National Pharmacare may impact

They come from all walks of life, young and old: millions of Canadians who are unpaid caregivers for aging parents, children with a disability or a sibling with a chronic illness. Yet a survey reveals many are struggling, often in isolation, trying to fulfil a critical role with not enough support from the health-care system. Results of the Ontario-based survey of 800 caregivers aged 16

Originally broadcast: Tuesday, November 6th 2018 8:00pm – 9:00pm ET In this webinar: Mark Stolow, caregiver expert and Huddol CEO, shared 18 years of professional experience working with and for caregivers to talk about the cancer care experience. Mark shared insights on what he’s learned about caregivers that thrive in the face of adversity; what most commonly derails caregivers and what can you do find