By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Jul 27, 2022

Beyond the Cure: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Survivorship is a Journey

Childhood cancer survivorship is a journey. Survivors and their families need to be prepared for life after cancer, and the National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) is committed to them every step of the way. Real World Health Care recently interviewed NCCS’s Jessica Cook, MSW, vice president of Patient & Family…more.

Categories: Leukemia
By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Apr 10, 2019

Lung Cancer Caregivers in the Spotlight at COPE Summit

This April marks the LUNGevity Foundation‘s second COPE Summit, held during its 9th Annual International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference, April 26-28 in Washington, D.C. Directed toward caregivers of loved ones with lung cancer, the COPE Summit is one of three simultaneous summits at the Conference, which features a full weekend…more.

By Jean Rowe, LCSW, OSW-C, CJT, Associate Director of Support Services, Young Survival Coalition  |  Oct 24, 2018

Young Adult Cancer Survivors Need Special Support

Young adults are at a certain stage of life development when diagnosed with cancer. They may be thinking about career decisions (i.e. do I stay in this job, go back to school or seek something new), where they want to live (e.g. hometown or move to another city), independently living…more.

Categories: Behavioral Health, General
By Real World Health Care Editorial Staff  |  Sep 26, 2018

“Triaging” Cancer and Behavioral Health Concerns

This week, Real World Health Care shines a spotlight on Triage Cancer, a national, non-profit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials and resources.  We spoke with Joanna L. Morales, Esq., CEO of Triage…more.

Categories: Behavioral Health, General
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