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• Questions to Ask When You Have Cancer - Canadian Cancer Society Share

  Many people who are treated for cancer say that it's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the information you're given and the decisions you need to make. This booklet can help.

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  1. Questions To Ask When You Have Cancer Ot 2019 Pem Final (PDF File, 326.8 KB)
• Radiation Therapy: A Guide for People with Cancer - Canadian Cancer Society Share

  This booklet is for people who have cancer and are about to start radiation therapy. you can use this booklet as a guide as you: talk to your healthcare team, get ready to start radiation therapy treatment, cope with side effects, and take care of yourself during and after treatment.

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  1. Radiation Therapy Aguide For People With Cancer Ot 2019 Pem Final (PDF File, 2.24 MB)
• Thyroid Cancer: Understanding Your Diagnosis - Canadian Cancer Society Share

  The information in this brochure can help you and your family take the first steps in learning about thyroid cancer. A better understanding may give you a feeling of control and help you work with your healthcare team to choose the best care for you.

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  1. Thyroid Cancer Ot 2019 Pem Final (PDF File, 441.42 KB)
• We're Here to Help - Canadian Cancer Society Share

  Learn about the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) support system for people affected by cancer. Through their programs the CCS help people manage life with cancer, find community and connection, and build wellness and resilience.

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  1. Were Here To Help Learn About Our Support System For People Affected By Cancer Ot 2020 Pem Final (PDF File, 1005.6 KB)
• Experiencing Cancer During COVID-19 Share

  We know these are challenging and uncertain times. The Grand River Regional Cancer Program Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC), in partnership with the University of Waterloo EnTech group, have created this video to support patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to address some of the fears, anxieties, or concerns that our patients might be facing and offer ways to access support during this time
  

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  0:00 [Music] 0:09 hi I'm sue like you I have cancer we can 0:17 all agree that these are frightening 0:19 times so many worries and so many 0:23 questions it's okay to have all those 0:26 worries and questions please remember 0:29 that your health team is there for you 0:32 hi my name is Joanne like you I have 0:36 cancer and I'm worried about coming to 0:39 the Cancer Center for treatment or even 0:41 just to pick up my prescription from the 0:43 healthcare pharmacy like you I have had 0:47 cancer you might be worried that if you 0:50 have a half crisis you will have to come 0:52 to the emergency department hello like 0:56 you I'm a cancer survivor and I also 0:59 worry about my healthcare team these are 1:02 the people I depend on to take care of 1:04 me during my treatment and I have 1:06 trusted them through my cancer 1:07 experience I care deeply about them I 1:11 hope they are protected and supported 1:13 there have been some changes that have 1:15 been made at the cancer centers around 1:17 the region to keep you safe and feeling 1:20 confident when you go to your Cancer 1:23 Center for a visit or a treatment for 1:27 safety the cancer centers will not let 1:30 you bring a friend family member or a 1:32 caregiver with you but they're taking 1:35 extra care to keep you connected with 1:37 them you are welcome to bring your 1:40 laptop tablet or cell phone so that your 1:44 loved ones can be with you virtually 1:46 during your visits or treatments Wi-Fi 1:50 is free no matter where you are in the 1:53 hospital you can't just walk in like you 1:57 normally would because nurses will need 2:01 to screen you for symptoms at the door 2:04 just like you would tell the nurse about 2:07 any health symptoms that you have if you 2:09 have symptoms of kovin 19 it is very 2:12 important to share this with the nurse 2:15 this will help keep everyone safe having 2:18 symptoms means you'll go through a 2:20 longer screening process 2:21 don't worry it's not as long as you 2:23 might think this doesn't always mean 2:26 that you're going to have your visitor 2:27 treatment cancelled it just means that 2:30 your healthcare team will have to take 2:33 extra steps to ensure your safety and 2:36 there's the more that you tell them 2:38 about your symptoms the more they can 2:40 give you the care you need be prepared 2:44 to see that the halls look empty 2:45 there will be new signs and posters that 2:48 show you where to go you might not 2:51 recognize your favorite nurse because of 2:53 all the personal protective equipment 2:55 they are wearing to keep you safe you 2:59 will also have most of your visits with 3:01 your doctor or healthcare team change 3:03 to be on the phone or online virtual 3:07 visits will let you speak to them face 3:09 to face it's just going to feel a bit 3:12 different we know there have been so 3:15 many changes these last few months but 3:17 some things are still the same did you 3:21 know that support is still available all 3:23 these supports are at your fingertips 3:26 our Cancer Care supportive care programs 3:29 are still running you can book a phone 3:33 or online visit with your social worker 3:36 dietician or psychiatrist you can still 3:40 bring a virtual visitor with you connect 3:43 with your loved ones during a visit or 3:45 treatment 3:46 use your tablet cell phone or a laptop 3:49 to call them while you were there 3:52 Hope Springs offers a cancer care 3:54 counselor and continues to run online 3:57 Cruz a cancer care counselor offers 4:01 online are fully visits for one-on-one 4:04 support they also continue to run groups 4:08 online visit their website for more 4:12 information if you are caring for 4:14 someone with cancer or a need care 4:17 support you can call the Ontario 4:20 caregiver helpline another great support 4:25 service is cancer chat Canada you can 4:28 join a free online chat group through 4:31 the de souza Institute it provides free 4:34 professionally led online support groups 4:37 for Canadians affected by cancer 4:39 including patients survivors and family 4:43 members support groups can provide 4:46 emotional support and a place to safely 4:49 discuss personal topics 4:53 things have changed so much and are 4:55 continuing to change the healthcare team 4:58 has been working very hard every day and 5:01 making sacrifices so they can be there 5:03 for us we're grateful that they have 5:06 been able to adapt to keep providing 5:08 care to those who need it we want to say 5:12 thanks so much for everything you do for 5:15 us and for our community thank you for 5:18 being there when our loved ones can't be 5:20 thank you for wearing your personal 5:22 protective equipment even when it's not 5:25 comfortable thank you for the long hard 5:29 hours thank you for adjusting to this 5:32 new world thank you for being common 5:35 steady in this challenging time thank 5:38 you for the sacrifices you've been 5:40 making by coming to work even when it's 5:44 really hard and we want to thank you the 5:48 patient's for working with these changes 5:51 during this difficult time know that 5:54 we're here with you and still cheering 5:57 you on during your cancer experience be 6:00 safe be strong and remember we're in 6:04 this together

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• Advanced Care Planning Workbook - Ontario Edition Share

  This workbook is intended for everyone, at any age who is ready to start advanced care planning conversations. The Ontario Speak Up Campaign is coordinated by Hospice Palliative Care Ontario and provides education and Ontario based tools and resources that comply with Ontario laws.

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  1. Advance Care Planning Workbook (PDF File, 927.93 KB)
• Bone Health "Fridge Sheet" Share

  This is a "fridge sheet" and means that it is important that you have this close by (example: on your fridge). This sheet has key safety information in case you have any urgent questions or symptoms.

  This was created by Grand River Regional Cancer Centre. It is for people who are taking bone modifying medications.

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  1. Bone Health Fridge Sheet Gr 2013 Pem Final (PDF File, 215.61 KB)
• Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Share

  Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a serious condition of the jaw where areas of dead bone become exposed and don't heal. This handout was created by Grand River Regional Cancer Centre and has information about ONJ, how to prevent it, and mouth (oral) care.

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  1. Osteonecrosis Of The Jaw Gr 2013 Pem Final (PDF File, 212.84 KB)
• Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration Share

  This booklet will take you through key information about bone marrow biopsy and aspiration procedures. The booklet was created by Grand River Regional Cancer Centre.

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  1. Pem6088 Bone Marrow Biopsy And Aspiration (PDF File, 607.43 KB)
• Follow Up Care After Gynaecological Brachytherapy Share

  Radiation therapy to the pelvis can cause changes in the vagina, such as dryness, shortening and/or narrowing. Read this booklet for more information on what to expect. This booklet was created by Grand River Regional Cancer Centre.

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  1. Follow Up Care After Gynaecological Brachytherapy Gr 2018 Pem Final (PDF File, 654.86 KB)
• Fertile Future - Cancer and Fertility Share

  A guide for young adults with questions about cancer and fertility.

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  1. Cancerand Fertility Aguide For Young Adults Ot Nodate Pem Final (PDF File, 475.92 KB)
• Coping with Changes from Prostate Cancer & Treatment Share

  This booklet is for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. It will take you through common side effects of treatment and where to find more support. There are different types of treatments available for men with prostate cancer. The challenges and changes that accompany treatment can vary greatly from person to person.

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  1. Coping With Changes From Prostate Cancer Treatment Sexuality And Wellbeing Gr 2014 Pem Final (PDF File, 569.28 KB)
• Sex, Intimacy and Cancer - Canadian Cancer Society Share

  This booklet is for adults who have cancer. The goal of this booklet is to help you understand and deal with the ways that cancer and its treatment may affect your sexuality. Sexual partners may also find it helpful to read.

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  1. Sex Intimacy And Cancer Ot 2019 Pem Final (PDF File, 3.25 MB)
• Cancer and Sexuality Share

  This booklet was created by Grand River Regional Cancer Centre. Living with a cancer diagnosis or its treatment can change how you see yourself. It may affect relationships in your life and may often include issues related to body image, feeling connected and sexual expression.

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  1. Sexuality And Cancer Gr 2015 Pem Final (PDF File, 469.53 KB)
• Robin's Story - Patient-Centered Care Share

  Robin, from Kitchener-Waterloo, shares her experience with patient-centered care.

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