A message from the Chair of Lymphoma Australia
Presented by Serg Duchini
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.lymphoma.org.au/support-for-you/
Alternative access to medications not PBS listed.
Presented by Prof Michael Dickinson
Lymphoma Australia’s TAKE CHARGE Patient Conference
TOPIC: Alternative access to medications that aren’t PBS listed.
PRESENTER: Professor Michael Dickinson, Haematologist, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
ABOUT: Have you wondered if you are aware of all your treatment options? This session will answer your questions on different access points.
This presentation also includes a panel discussion. Panel members:
Associate Professor Michael Dickinson – Haematologist, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Amy Lonergan – lymphoma patient and advocate
Sharon Winton – CEO, Lymphoma Australia
Erica Smeaton, Nurse Manager, Lymphoma Australia
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.lymphoma.org.au/support-for-you/
Do you feel lost within the health care service.
Presented by Andrea Patten
Lymphoma Australia’s TAKE CHARGE Patient Conference
TOPIC: Do you feel lost within the health care service?
PRESENTER: Andrea Patten, A/Assistant Director of Social Work, Gold Coast University Hospital
ABOUT: This session includes top tips for navigating health care system: Patient rights; Superannuation/ loss of income; navigating Centrelink
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.lymphoma.org.au/support-for-you/
Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAMs).
Presented by Dr Peter Smith
Lymphoma Australia’s TAKE CHARGE Patient Conference
TOPIC: Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAMs)
PRESENTER: Dr Peter Smith, Specialist Cancer Pharmacist, Adem Crosby Centre, Sunshine Coast University Hospital
ABOUT: A hot topic in patient groups is alternative therapies. Hear about some alternatives to pharmaceutical pain management; and learn more about what CAMs can you safely use during cancer treatment.
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.lymphoma.org.au/support-for-you/
Emotional Support.
Presented by Dr Toni Lindsay
Lymphoma Australia’s TAKE CHARGE Patient Conference
TOPIC: Emotional support
PRESENTER: Dr Toni Lindsay, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse Centre
ABOUT: This session includes recognising when you and carer need support and where to get it
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.lymphoma.org.au/support-for-you/
