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Alexandria, VA -- The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) today unveiled its new and improved patient information website, People Living With Cancer (www.plwc.org), designed to provide cancer patients and their loved ones with reliable, oncologist-approved cancer information. Over the past four years, PLWC has served as the preeminent resource for oncologist-approved cancer information on the web. Improvements to the website, which include a restructuring of the site to enhance navigational performance and three new content sections, are intended to better meet the needs of the patient and public community.
Alexandria, VA -- When a loved one has cancer, it can be difficult to know how to provide meaningful support. From cooking meals to helping dispense medications, friends and family are often a vital extension of the professional health-care team. The role of caregiver doesn’t come with instructions and can be a source of constant stress and anxiety. To help those in caregiving roles, ASCO will have a live expert available on PLWC to answer questions on Wednesday, May 10, 2006 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM (EDT).
Alexandria, VA— Each year, more than 70,000 people in their 20’s and 30’s are diagnosed with cancer. The American Society of Clinical Oncology’s patient information website, People Living With Cancer (www.plwc.org), recognizes that young adults coping with cancer require specialized resources. In observance of the Fourth Annual Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week beginning April 1, 2006, PLWC will launch a host of new resources designed for young adults with cancer.
Alexandria, VA—People Living With Cancer (www.plwc.org), the patient website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), wants the public to have the most up to date prevention and treatment information on prostate and colon cancer. Nationally recognized cancer experts will host online question-and-answer forums to provide an informative overview of treating, preventing, and coping with these two cancers in addition to dispelling myths and misconceptions.
Alexandria, VA -- People Living With Cancer, (www.PLWC.org), the patient website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), will host a series of patient information forums designed to discuss provocative and timely cancer related topics in addition to providing answers to participant’s questions. Issues ranging from cancer and sexual health to life after cancer treatment will be explored in an anonymous and supportive setting.
Alexandria, VA -- People Living With Cancer, (www.PLWC.org), the patient website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), recognizes that the holidays can add an extra element of stress to those coping with cancer. Balancing illness and holiday obligations can be overwhelming. Others may have a heightened sense of concern or anxiety surrounding their loved one’s illness.
Alexandria, VA -- A diagnosis of cancer is difficult news for any patient. Faced with the anxiety and confusion that a cancer diagnosis may bring, some people choose to explore complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in addition to conventional treatments. While research has shown that some CAM therapies can help ease side effects of traditional treatments, others do nothing more than waste money and cause potential harm.
Alexandria, VA -- People Living With Cancer (www.PLWC.org), the patient website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) connects patients, caregivers, family, and friends with leading cancer experts through live online question-and-answer forums featuring a wide variety of cancer topics. Coming up are several interactive web events where participants will gain a broad understanding of specific cancer types while also having the opportunity to have their questions answered in a supportive and anonymous setting.
Alexandria, VA-People Living With Cancer (www.PLWC.org), the patient website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) connects patients, caregivers, family, and friends with leading cancer experts through live online chats featuring a wide variety of cancer care topics. Coming up are several web events that will provide participants with personalized answers to their questions about cancer.
The American Society of Clinical Oncology's (ASCO) patient information website, People Living With Cancer (www.PLWC.org), features a comprehensive new section adapted from ASCO's physician curriculum dedicated to the specialized coping and health-care needs of seniors living with cancer. This information is designed to help older adults and their families make informed treatment decisions surrounding a cancer diagnosis.
