Survivorship Conferences
The N.C.C.S. Beyond the Cure program is sponsoring a variety of conferences across the country. The purpose of these conferences is to ensure survivors have access to quality survivorship information.
These conferences focus on issues and concerns experienced by survivors and their families after completion of treatment for childhood cancer. The emphasis will be on educating and empowering them to advocate for themselves and lead a full and productive life. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the latest research and resources for survivorship and wellness.
Survivorship Series
Moving Beyond CancerDate: April 10, 10
Time: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Place: McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The free annual conference by the University of Minnesota Medical Center/Fairview focuses on questions and issues survivors and their families may face after cancer treatment or following stem cell transplantation. Survivors, their families, and health care professionals will have the opportunity to learn more about research processes; medical late effects, caregiver, work and disability matters, exercise and stress reduction; and overall healthful living.
Who should attend: Cancer survivors ages 16 and older, parents, spouses, significant others of cancer survivors, health care professionals, school adminstrators, and social workers can benefit from this educational conference.
There is no fee to attend but reservations are required. A free breakfast and lunch will be served. Space is limited so please register early by calling 1-888-226-2376 or registering online at www.cancer.umn.edu.
This conference is presented in partnership with The National Children's Cancer Society and others.
