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What is the impact of the cancer diagnosis on the quality of life of its patients?
What is the impact of the cancer diagnosis on the quality of life of its patients? Andreia Capela tells us about the multidimensional impact of this disease and how the ProstataMove project can help improve the quality of life of its participants.
Is it possible to integrate physical exercise into the care plan for patients undergoing chemotherapy?
Is it possible to integrate physical exercise into the care plan for patients undergoing chemotherapy? Telma Costa presents us with some points of reflection on the subject.
“Implementation of Geriatric assessment and management for older adults with cancer in clinical care”
The project “Implementation of Geriatric assessment and management for older adults with cancer in clinical care” was one of the winners of Sanofi’s WhenCancerGrowsOld (WCGO) award. Joana Marinho, principal investigator, introduces us to this project in the area of oncogeriatrics.
Nutritionist Elsa Madureira talks about nutritional intervention in the muscle depletion of cancer patients
Cancer patients are patients with a high risk of malnutrition, which has a very negative impact on treatment outcomes. This malnutrition can take different forms…
Relationship between Food, Exercise and Cancer
People with cancer have a high risk of malnutrition which leads to a negative impact on treatment outcomes. Vitamins and exercise are essential for improve quality of life and prognosis.
October Pink Campaign 2021 – much more than a month!
A campaign for the fight against this disease and for all breast cancer survivors whose goal is to demystify the disease. Basically, the idea is to reach those who receive this diagnosis, providing them with clear and precise information.
Breast Cancer – the importance of early diagnosis
The cases of breast cancer that are appearing in health units are at a more advanced stage. The Association of Supportive Care in Oncology says that early diagnoses have decreased and, therefore, decided to go ahead with a campaign on social networks, so that people are aware of the first signs. Statements by Leonor Pinto, CHUC Oncology Day Hospital.
Advanced Breast Cancer: how to “uncomplicate” the diagnosis. The testimony of Liliana Azevedo.
The biggest challenge after overcoming the initial shock of receiving this news is to simplify the diagnosis a little”, confesses Liliana, who says that the challenge “has really been to overcome the stigma, the weight of words, metastasis, palliative care, not surviving but enjoying life”.
Head and neck cancer: the little-known reality of a disease where time counts
Early diagnosis is essential to increase the cure rates of head and neck cancer, but in advanced cases, teamwork is essential, in which the patient is at the center, in order to treat the disease and prepare the survivor for the future life.
AICSO warns of the importance of early diagnosis of head and neck cancer
The Association for Research Supportive Care in Oncology (AICSO) warns of the importance of early diagnosis of head and neck cancer to increase cure rates in the treatment of this disease.
Portugal Live Interview with Dr. Andreia Capela
During the Awareness Month for Brain Tumors, Dr. Andreia Capela was at RTP to warn about this disease that can arise at any age and caused 930 deaths in Portugal last year alone. The oncologist advocates physical and neurocognitive rehabilitation approaches during treatment and after the disease to ensure quality of life for patients. Watch it here, starting at 9:40…
Family adaptation to the diagnosis of brain tumor: challenges of care
The impact of a cancer diagnosis, namely a brain tumor, can have a devastating effect not only on the patient, but also on the family, because the entire family will be involved in this process. An article by Eloísa Fernandes, clinical psychologist.
Advanced Breast Cancer Information
On May 26, 2021, Liliana Azevedo, undergoing treatment for metastatic breast cancer, and her oncologist, Ana Joaquim, were on the Consultório do Porto Canal program. Hear medical explanations about advanced breast cancer and learn how Liliana experienced the diagnosis and treatment of localized breast cancer, in the first part. watch part 1 of the video
In the 2nd part, Liliana tells us what it was like to find out that the cancer had returned and what her return to treatments has been like. Ana Joaquim explains the importance of early diagnosis of various situations and, finally, explains what ONCOMOVE – AICSO’s program is. see 2nd part of the video
In the 2nd part, Liliana tells us what it was like to find out that the cancer had returned and what her return to treatments has been like. Ana Joaquim explains the importance of early diagnosis of various situations and, finally, explains what ONCOMOVE – AICSO’s program is. see 2nd part of the video
IIPDJ delivered sports equipment to AICSO
The northern regional delegation of the IPDJ (Portuguese Institute of Sports and Youth) delivered sports material to the Oncology Support Care Research Association – an institution in Gaia. The material delivered is intended to support the practice of sports within the scope of the association’s projects…
Testimony of Ana Cristina
On this World Ovarian Cancer Day, we invite Ana Cristina, a 35-year-old girl, to share her first-person experience with ovarian cancer. The diagnostic process, the treatments carried out and their side effects, the support tools you used and what it is like for you to live with a hereditary mutation that increases your risk of cancer.
MASCC’s Newest Affiliate: Association for Research and Supportive Care in Oncology
MASCC has just signed an affiliation agreement with the Association for Research and Supportive Care in Oncology (AICSO). Dr. Andreia Capela, a member of the AICSO Board, was instrumental in realizing this partnership, which will increase the membership of both organizations and support collaboration and help to advance the goals of supportive care for cancer.
Participation in the 4th Biennial World Summit of Brain Tumor Patient Advocates, Washington D.C
Andreia Capela participated in the 4th “Biennial World Summit of Brain Tumor Patient Advocates”, in Washington, having given a presentation on the approach and management of patients with brain tumors in Portugal. Access here the article about its presentation in the Brain Tumour magazine, of the IBTA.
In this issue of the journal, the original version of the Letter of Rights for Patients with Brain Tumor is also published. You can download the Portuguese version, translated by AICSO, here.
In this issue of the journal, the original version of the Letter of Rights for Patients with Brain Tumor is also published. You can download the Portuguese version, translated by AICSO, here.