News from the help desk
Updates and insights from leading oncology experts.
Annual Event A”Virtual” Success
Cancer Help Desk’s annual fundraiser, “The Art of Cancer Navigation,” showcased the organization’s innovative approach to cancer support. The event featured compelling artwork by local artists Roberta Smigel and Suchita Jhawar, enhanced with augmented reality to bring patient stories to life. Renowned oncologists emphasized the importance of technology in advancing cancer treatments, while firsthand patient accounts demonstrated the organization’s real-time impact. The unique blend of art, technology, and compassionate support left a lasting impression, reinforcing Cancer Help Desk’s position at the forefront of innovative cancer care.
Art of Cancer Navigation Gallery
Cancer Help Desk Announces Medical Advisory Board
Leading experts join Cancer Help Desk to enhance access to care and support for cancer patients.Read Press Release
Annual Fundraiser. Oct. 20, 2-6 PM. San Diego
Cancer Help Desk invites you to an engaging afternoon where we will highlight our innovative approaches to cancer navigation. We are excited to partner with Lenovo Think Reality and local artists, Roberta Smigel, and Suchita Jhawar, to bring you an immersive experience that combines the power of human touch and technology.
“We are excited to join The Coalition Against Childhood Cancers (CAC2) in order to support as many children and families in need of advanced oncology navigation” said Rebecca Driscoll, CEO, Cancer Help Desk. “CAC2 has been an exemplary organization that has supported more than 120 foundations in their missions to help identify better options for pediatric cancers.”
Cancer Help Desk Announces Technical Advisory Committee
Cancer Help Desk launches Technology Advisory Committee to develop a support framework for cancer patients, integrating expert navigation with advanced tech.Read Press Release
Cancer Help Desk | PreludeDX Collaboration
Prelude Corporation (PreludeDx™) a breast cancer precision diagnostics company, and Cancer Help Desk, have partnered to provide expert nurse navigation services for women diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) breast cancer. Read Press Release
Our Esteemed Oncology Nursing Board
Cancer Help Desk is proud to announce the formation of its Oncology Nurse Advisory Board. This esteemed panel of nurse experts will play a decisive role in guiding Cancer Help Desk’s mission to dynamically improve cancer care. Cancer Help Desk’s mission is to combine compassion, expert knowledge, and evidence-based science when offering personalized education, resources, and treatment choices for people dealing with cancer.
The members of the newly formed Oncology Nurse Advisory Board are:
• Heather Askren, DNP, NP-C, RN, OCN
• Jessica Brodbeck, MSN, RN, AOCNS
• Susan Bruce, MSN, RN, AOCNS
• Cindi Cantril, MPH, RN, OCN, CBCN
• Sheila Gwinn, BSN, RN, OCN
Cancer Help Desk Partners with Edison Oncology
Cancer Help Desk partners with Edison Oncology to conduct a pilot project aimed at improving quality of life for patients with pediatric recurrent solid tumors.