Veterans and Cancer: Unique Challenges

Managing Eye and Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments

- Overview of Common Eye & Vision Changes Related to Cancer Treatments - Discussion of Common Eye & Vision Changes, Including Causes & Risk Factors - Tips to Manage Dry Eyes, Watery Eyes, Itching Eyes, Blepharitis, Loss of Eyelashes, Changes in Vision, Cataracts, Floaters & Flashing Lights - The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team - Tips to Manage Low Vision & How Eye Products Can Help You Manage Eye/Vision Changes - Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Communicating with Your Health Care Team - Guidelines for Eye Examinations & Check-Ups - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Appointments & Discussion of Open Notes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Coping with Cancer

- How to Cope While Waiting for Test Results from Cancer Work-Up - Managing Cancer When You Have Other Health Problems - The Impact of Chronic Illness on Cancer Treatment - The Importance of Adherence: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule - Reducing Harmful Drug Interactions - The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Your Treatment Options - Knowing When to Call Your Health Care Team Between Appointments - Key Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team - The Role of the Dietitian & Physical Therapist in Helping You Cope with Cancer - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Managing the Emotional, Social, Practical & Financial Issues of Coping with Cancer - Creating the Right Care Plan for You, Including Scheduling Appointments & Follow-Up Care - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Current Perspectives on Cancer Survivorship

- Overview of Cancer Survivorship - Managing Post Treatment Side Effects/Late Effects - Quality-of-Life Concerns - Fear of Recurrence - Survivors’ Guilt - Finding Your New Normal - The Importance of Treatment Summaries & Encounter Notes - Follow-Up with Your Oncologist & Primary Care Doctor, Including Discussion of Health Screening & Concerns - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Veterans and Cancer: Unique Challenges

- Overview of the Unique Challenges for Veterans Living with Cancer - Your Veteran’s Identity - Veterans Coping with Cancer - Co-Morbidities Impact on Veterans - Overview & Definition of Fatigue - Evaluation & Treatment of Fatigue - Post-Traumatic Stress, Pain Management & Survivorship - Adherence to Treatment Plans: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule - Nutrition & Hydration Concerns & Tips - Tips to Overcome Barriers in Coordinating Care in Different Health Care Settings - Veterans’ Health Administration (VHA) Medical Centers & Non VHA Hospitals - Stresses on Caregivers in Coordinating Care - Long Distance Caregivers - Self-Care Tips for Veterans Living with Cancer & Their Loved Ones - Helpful Hints in Communicating with Your Health Care Team & Health Care Providers - Finding & Using Practical Resources, Including Veteran Specific Resources - Questions for Our Panel of Experts

Taking Your Pills on Schedule: Why It Is So Important in Managing Cancer

- Overview of Cancer Treatments - Definition of Adherence: Taking Your Pills on Schedule - Its Important Role in Managing Cancer - Barriers to Taking Your Pills - Practical Tips to Overcome These Barriers, Including Family, Partners & Others - Computer, Tablet & Phone Reminders Including Emails, Texts & Apps - Planning Ahead: Lead Time in Refilling Prescriptions, Weekends, Travel & Holidays - Communicating with Your Health Care Team about Adherence with Reminders from Your Pharmacy & Pharmacist - Clinical Trials on Adherence - The Increasing Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments - Guidelines to Prepare for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments, Including Technology, Prepared List of Questions, Follow-Up Care & Discussion of OpenNotes - Questions for Our Panel of Experts