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Advocating for your health is important, but it’s not easy. In Speak Up For Your Health, Dr. Archelle Georgiou talks with patients about how they overcame feeling intimidated by today’s complex medical system and used their voice to finally get the care they needed. These personal stories along with Archelle’s practical tips will empower you to have a balanced (non-paternalistic) relationship with your healthcare provider.
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Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
The Twists, Turns & Complexities of Cancer Treatment
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
A new cancer diagnosis often comes with shock, fear, and then dozens of micro-decisions. They range from “Do I need a second opinion?“ to “Is there something less aggressive we can try first?” And, for some, "This isn't the treatment response we expected, now what?" Some patients weigh in on every decision; others defer to their doctors. At age 42, Susan was diagnosed with breast cancer and weighed in every step of the way. How involved would you be?
Key Takeaway: Weigh in.
- Weigh in with information. Know the statistics on your specific cancer. Compare data on the risks and benefits of each treatment option, including the option of doing nothing.
- Weigh in after knowing all the alternatives, including clinical trial alternatives.
- Weigh in with insight and support from a patient care community. An online community is usually the easiest way to connect with people who share your health condition.
Links:
Clinical Trials: https://clinicaltrials.gov/
Rebel Health: https://susannahfox.com/rebel-health/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
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