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Cancer Education
Well-informed patients are better equipped to navigate the challenging journey through cancer treatment and recovery. Hoag offers the following free educational programs to support cancer patients in their quest for knowledge:
Breast Cancer 101 – A six-week educational program for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer and those seeking information.
Lymphedema Workshops – These workshops provide educational information to patients experiencing lymphedema following lymph node removal. The class meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 2-3 p.m. in Hoag Cancer Center Auditorium.
Skin Care During Cancer Treatment — A class for patients undergoing cancer treatment. Click Here to download the current class schedule.
Cancer Survivorship: Living Well After Cancer Treatment – This one-day symposium, offered twice each year, is designed for cancer survivors who have completed treatment and covers many aspects of living life well after treatment.
Resource Library – A myriad of books, pamphlets, videotapes, listings of services and more are available in this welcoming setting. The library is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, and is located in the main lobby of Hoag Cancer Center.
In addition to the above cancer education programs, Hoag offers a variety of support groups designed for cancer patients and their families. For more information, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237), or click here for information about Hoag’s cancer education and support group programs.
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