#BCSM focus of recently published study on social media and breast cancer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Michelle Xiarhos Curran Akari Health michelle@akarihealth.com Boston, MA – Breast cancer patients who use social media for education and support experience measurable benefits that could result in a higher quality continuum of care. This is according to a recently published report in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, the leading […]
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#BCSM Spotlight – Dr. Julie Gralow
On: Aug 19, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
Why does connecting on social media matter to you? I’m an academic physician, and my job includes not just clinical care but also research and teaching. Social media significantly expands the number of patients and health care providers I can reach, and it allows a less formal interaction that goes beyond the clinic, wards and […]
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I Need Chemotherapy – Now What?
On: Aug 14, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
A few months ago, we discussed “I Need Surgery – Now What?”. On Monday 8/17/15 we will discuss advice and pointers for getting through chemotherapy. Please share any comments here, and join us on Monday at 9pm ET to share your experiences and to support the community. 8/17/15 Tweetchat Transcript
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#BCSM Spotlight – Mommys with Cancer
On: Aug 12, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
Who is your target audience? The target audience of Mommys With Cancer are moms who are having or have had an experience with any type of cancer. What is your mission? How do you make it happen? Our mission is to provide ongoing support and resources to Mommys with Cancer. We provide a safe stage […]
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Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk
On: Aug 7, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
On 8/10/15 we will discuss genetic testing for breast cancer risk with Drs. Mark Robson and Steven Katz. This Fact Sheet from the National Cancer Institute contains information about BRCA 1 and 2 mutations. This post by Dr. Robson discusses next generation genetic testing including important considerations. Dr. Steven Katz recently co-authored Treatment Decision Making and […]
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