Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
On Wednesday November 24th, the Patient and Family Education team at the Odette Cancer Centre held a virtual education event for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) patients, their families, and caregivers.
Watch some of the evening’s presentations and speakers below:
» Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada support services
Leslie-Ann Guiney presents on the supports and services offered to patients and caregivers.
Eric shares his experience with CLL and offers tips and advice.
» Connecting with social work and patient and family support
Torey Belzberg, social worker, presents on how patients can connect with social work and patient family support services.
» Nutrition during cancer treatment
Kaitlyn Maniatis, registered dietitian, presents on the importance of nutrition, nutrition goals during treatment, and nutrition-related side effects from treatment.
» Symptom management and coping strategies
Karen Parmentier, registered nurse, presents on symptom management and coping strategies for CLL patients.
Dr. Neil Berinstein, medical oncologist, gives an overview of CLL and immune defects.
