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You’re Not Alone
Caregiver for her stage IV husband Stephen, Nancy Bigelsen credits the support of family and friends for helping them through his treatment.
At the Table: Looking Forward 10 Years
Members of the Patient Advisory Board discuss the changes they would like to see in 10 years in treatment, early detection, and managing care.
Courageous Conversations—Mastering Patient–Caregiver Communication
Clinical psychologist Stephanie Davidson provides caregivers and patients with techniques to master difficult conversations during treatment.
How to Communicate with Medical Experts When You’re the Caregiver
Nurse navigator Patricia Gambino and social worker Lauren Shaffer share communication strategies for caregivers working with medical experts.
Seven Tips to Navigate the Caregiver Learning Curve
Brooke Dwars learned quickly to manage her husband’s care. Nurse navigator Patricia Gambino and social worker Lauren Shaffer provide other tips for a caregiver.
The Body and the Brain
When her husband Ryan was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at age 36, Brooke Dwars decided it was time to take charge.
From Caregiver to Nurse, Overnight
When a loved one is being treated for pancreatic cancer, caregivers become at-home nurses. Marci Andrejko provides some best practices.