Gilda's Club News and Special Events

We are now videotaping many lectures and will make the audio available online as an MP3 file which can be played on your computer, iPod, or other MP3 player. Also, many lectures are available on DVD for check out from the Gilda's Club library. Check with the front desk for availability. (214-219-8877)   All modern web browsers are able to play MP3 files. If yours does not, please consider downloading Firefox...an excellent, free browser.

Social Security & Disability (mp3)
Tom Clark 2/5/08
Confused by the forms, regulations, and processes necessary to apply for disability benefits from Social Security? Tom Clark, Public Affairs Specialist of the Social Security Administration, discusses the application process, challenges and the potential benefits of filing for disability..

Cancer & Diabetes (mp3)
Andrea Reser, RC, LD 11/13/07
Current findings suggest a remarkable correlation between cancer and diabetes. Diabetics with cancer have many hurdles to overcome. Andrea Reser, RD, LD, from Cancer Treatment Centers of America, has loads of valuable information to help diabetics take a proactive approach to their cancer care.

Recent Advances in Breast Cancer Therapy (mp3)
Joyce O'Shaughnessy, MD 10/25/07
Joyce O’Shaughnessy, M.D., Co-Chair of Breast Cancer Research for the US Oncology clinical trials network and Director of Cancer Prevention Research at Baylor-Sammons Cancer Center, presents an important update on new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in the treatment of breast cancer. Dr. O’Shaughnessy one of the foremost experts on Breast Cancer, provides information on the toxicities of treatment, and also addresses the troubling issues of menopause and chemobrain.

Cancer Related Fatigue (mp3)
Amy J. Wilson, MD 10/9/07
In this important informational presentation, Amy J. Wilson, MD, Medical Director of the Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation, and Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Baylor University Medical Center will discuss the causes of, and challenges presented by, living with cancer related fatigue. Dr. Wilson will offer practical suggestions on how we can meet this challenge head on so that we maximize all our available energy.

Cancer Fighting Foods (mp3)
Becky Wright, RD, LD 8/9/07
Becky Wright RD, LD, Nutrition Specialist from Cancer Treatment Centers of America will provide loads of valuable information on the foods that enhance and boost our nutrition for overall good health. Great information for everyone!

Lung Cancer and Nutrition (mp3)
Becky Wright, RD, LD 8/6/07
Becky Wright RD, LD, Nutrition Specialist from Cancer Treatment Centers of America will address the importance of good nutrition related to a lung cancer diagnosis. Becky will present the knowledge she has gained from her many years of hands on experience working with people who have a lung cancer diagnosis.

Good, Better, Best! Nutritional Transformation (mp3)
Becky Wright, RD, LD 7/12/07
We know that good nutrition plays a key supporting role in optimum cancer treatment. Exactly what do we need to do to take our nutrition to that next, best level? Becky Wright, RD, LD, from Cancer Treatment Centers of America will lay out the steps that we need to take to get to that level and reap the benefits of great nutrition!

The Sugar—Cancer Connecton (mp3)
Becky Wright, RD, LD 6/19/07
Learn why sugar is a no-no (but not necessarily a never-never) and find alternatives to satisfy your sweet tooth. Becky will explain the elusive glycemic index and discuss time-released sugars and the effects of sugar on your overall health.

 


 

 

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