Cancer Covered

Cancer Covered


Latest Episodes

Hair Loss & Chemotherapy
December 18, 2023

Mitch and Kyla delve into hair loss during cancer treatment in todays episode. We explore why certain therapies cause hair loss and discuss the emotional impact it can have on patients. We also touch

Cancer Stage: Why it Matters
December 11, 2023

In this weeks episode, I am joined by Dr. Brian Burnette and Dr. Michael Guiou to discuss the importance of cancer staging. We delve into cancer staging and how it helps guide treatment decisions. We

The Do’s and Dont’s of Talking to Cancer Patients
December 04, 2023

In today's episode, Kyla and Mitch delve into the uncomfortable conversations surrounding cancer. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, they explore the reasons behind our anxiety when talking

Encore: Care Close to Home – Why it’s Important
November 27, 2023

Tony joins us today to discuss why providing cancer care close to home is essential. We discuss the travel expenses often associated with receiving cancer treatments and why they often cause patients

Having Your Say: Advanced Directives
November 20, 2023

In todays episode, we discuss advanced directives and how they support patients at the end stages of life. We describe the historical context of advanced directives and explain how doctors solely mad

Denial
November 13, 2023

Tom joins us today to discuss denial and why it is a fundamental part of the human experience. He describes how denial, while unhealthy in some situations, can be a healthy coping strategy when facing

Is Immunotherapy for You?
November 06, 2023

Bradley joins us today to discuss the historical use of immunotherapy treatment to treat cancer. We discuss how immunotherapy works and the positive and negative impact it can have on a patients imm

How Hospice Began
October 30, 2023

The 20th century saw the fast development of medicine and medical intervention. Alongside this incredible advancement came the assumption that medicine could cure anythingand the refusal to believe t

Why All the Blood Tests?
October 23, 2023

Dr. Bradley Heraly joins us today to delve into the world of blood tests in cancer clinics. We demystify the reasons for frequent testing, clarify the misconceptions about the information they provide

Demanding Proof
October 16, 2023

Matthew and Brian join us today for an insightful discussion discussing the pivotal role of evidence-based medicine, a cornerstone in optimizing patient outcomes and healthcare strategies. This conver