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Upcoming Events
First Tuesdays’ Patient Education
First Tuesday of each month, 6:00 — 8:00 p.m.
Classes are free with light supper provided. Reservations required. Call Carol Jordan at (505) 796-3061.
Location:
NM Cancer Center, 4901 Lang NE (conference room)
(one block south of Paseo del Norte, between I-25 and Jefferson)
Sponsors are the NM Cancer Center Foundation and numerous pharmaceutical companies.
Topics:
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May 6, 2008
James Liebmann, MD
Genetics and Cancer
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June 3, 2008
Wanda Matuszak, MS, RD, CNSD, NM Cancer Center Dietitian
Nutrition for the Cancer Patient
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July 1, 2008
Jane Gagne and Earl Mettler, Attorneys
Issues of Job and Health Insurance Discrimination After a Cancer Diagnosis
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August 5, 2008
Annette Campbell-Fontaine, MD
Pain Control for the Cancer Patient
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September 2, 2008
Natalie Marshall, MD & Carol Jordan, MSW, LISW
Now That My Treatment is Finally Over
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October 7, 2008
Donna Kwilosz, PhD & Carol Jordan, MSW, LISW
Am I Just Blue or is this Depression?
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November 4, 2008
Richard Giudice, MD and Panel
End of Life Discussion
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December 2, 2008
Wanda Matuszak, MS, RD, CNSD, NM Cancer Center Dietitian
Nutrition for the Cancer Patient
Many thanks to the sponsorship of the NM Cancer Center Foundation and the pharmaceutical companies who support First Tuesdays’ classes.
Comadre a Comadre Educational Pláticas Winter/Spring 2008
Click here to download a flyer that gives more information on the Pláticas times, locations, speakers and topics.
Sponsored by Comadre A Comadre
Sisters by Chance Support Group
First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Professionally led cancer support group for anyone diagnosed with cancer and/or family and friends.
Location:
Memorial Medical Center Hospital, Juniper Room
Las Cruces
Contact:
Pamela Schultz, PhD, RN, (575) 646-2208
pschultz@nmsu.edu
Cancer Patients/Survivors, Caregivers and Loved Ones
Having problems with cancer-related legal, insurance or paperwork issues? Sign up to attend one of Cancer Services of New Mexico’s free Legal, Insurance and Paperwork Assistance Clinics.
Volunteers with expertise in insurance/medical coverage, disability, legal issues, financial issues and paperwork issues will be at these clinics to help answer your questions. The sessions are personal consultations that will focus on your specific issues, not lectures.
Location and Time:
Clinics are held Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at locations in Albuquerque.
For persons outside of Albuquerque, a toll-free number will be provided so you can participate by conference call. Spanish-language assistance is available.
Clinic Dates:
1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month; these are the 2008 dates:
- May 1 & 15
- June 5 & 19
- July 3 & 17
- August 7 & 21
- September 4 & 18
- October 2 & 16
- November 6 & 20
- December 4 & 18
There is no charge to attend, but RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. To schedule a time to meet with our volunteers, please call Stephanie Michnovicz at (505) 999-9764 (Albuquerque area) or (888) 668-CSNM (toll-free statewide), or email her at stephanie@cancerservicesnm.org.
Coaches vs. Cancer BasketBall Gala
Saturday, May 3, 2008 • 6:00 p.m.
The Coaches vs. Cancer BasketBall will team with the University of New Mexico Lobos to provide a basketball-themed gala event. Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) that empowers basketball coaches, their teams and communities to join the fight against cancer. Since 1993, more than 500 coaches nationwide have raised nearly $40 million to support the Society’s lifesaving efforts to eliminate cancer.
Location:
Embassy Suites Hotel
1000 Woodward Place NE
Albuquerque
Contact:
Abby Ouimet, (505) 262-6011
abby.ouimet@cancer.org
Santa Fe Spring Soiree Gala
Saturday, May 10, 2008 • 6:00 p.m.
Gala events offer a fun and festive way to support the American Cancer Society’s programs and services, which make a difference every day in the lives of people touched by cancer.
Location:
Bishop’s Lodge
1297 Bishop’s Lodge Rd.
Santa Fe
Contact:
Gloria Martinez, (505) 820-3538
gloria.martinez@cancer.org
National Women’s Health Week
May 11 – 17, 2008
The 9th Annual National Women's Health Week will kick off on Mother's Day, May 11, 2008, and will be celebrated until May 17, 2008. National Women's Check-Up Day will be Monday, May 12. National Women's Health Week empowers women across the country to get healthy by taking action. The nationwide initiative encourages women to make their health a top priority and take simple steps for a longer, healthier and happier life.
22nd Annual Seeds for Survival Conference and National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration
Saturday, May 31, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Educational workshops and roundtable discussions for cancer survivors, caregivers and family members.
Location:
Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 1801 Montano Rd NW
Contact:
Email pltc@pltc.org or visit their website at www.pltc.org
Albuquerque Relay for Life
Friday, June 6, to Saturday, June 7, 2008 • 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
A fun-filled overnight activity that mobilizes communities across the country to celebrate survivorship, remember those who lost their lives to cancer and raise money for the fight against cancer. This is an American Cancer Society signature activity.
Location:
Balloon Fiesta Park
Albuquerque
Contact:
Kevin Ledwith, (505) 559-9424
kevin.ledwith@cancer.org
Komen Central New Mexico Race for the Cure®
Sunday, June 15, 1008 • 7:15 – 10:00 a.m.
A 5k run, 5K walk and a one-mile walk/run to raise funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrating survivorship and honoring those who have lost their battle.
Rio Rancho Relay for Life
Friday, June 20, to Saturday, June 21, 2008 • 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
A fun-filled overnight activity that mobilizes communities across the country to celebrate survivorship, remember those who lost their lives to cancer and raise money for the fight against cancer. This is an American Cancer Society signature activity.
Location:
Rio Rancho High School
Rio Rancho
Contact:
Marina MacVicar, (505) 262-6015
marina.macvicar@cancer.org
14th Annual People’s Caring Awards
Sunday, June 29, 1:30 – 4:00 p.m.
This event honors and shows appreciation for those who have provided excellent care or special support to cancer survivors and their families.
Location:
Marriott Pyramid North, I-25 and Jefferson
Contact:
Email pltc@pltc.org or visit their website at www.pltc.org
2008 New Mexico Cancer Conference and BCC Provider Annual Meeting
Wednesday, July 30 and Thursday, July 31
More information to come.
Location:
Embassy Suites Hotel
1000 Woodward Pl. NE
Albuquerque
For more information, click here.
Climb to Conquer Cancer
Sunday, August 24, 2008 • 7:00 a.m.
Climb to Conquer Cancer is a noncompetitive walk to raise awareness and money to fight cancer. Contributions are dedicated to life-saving American Cancer Society research, education, advocacy and patient service programs to defeat this disease. Participants donate a registration fee and collect additional donations. The Climb to Conquer Cancer currently only takes place in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, Denver and Albuquerque.
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Location:
Sandia Ski Resort Base
Contact:
Marina MacVicar, (505) 262-6015
marina.macvicar@cancer.org
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 2008
A national campaign that reaches out to all women throughout the United States with several key messages about the importance of early detection and the value of treatment if breast cancer is found early. Friday, October 17, 2008, is National Mammography Day. We encourage women to schedule a mammogram.
Last updated on 04/28/2008 07:20 pm.
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