Special Event

17th Annual Philadelphia Father's Day Run

Jun 16th 7:00 AM

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Save the Date with Dad for the 17th annual Philadelphia Father's Day Run (formerly Gary Papa Run) 5K Run/Walk to raise awareness and funds to beat prostate cancer. Join us to continue the tradition of celebrating Father’s Day in Philadelphia while supporting those fighting prostate cancer. The net proceeds will benefit Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center Prostate Cancer Programs to support screening, education, and research to reduce the burden of prostate cancer in patients and their families.

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2019-06-16T07:00:00-0400

2019-06-16T12:00:00-0400

Paine’s Park - MLK Drive

Educational Class

Clinical Trials Opportunities for Breast Cancer Patients

Jun 19th 12:00 PM

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Dr. Berger will help you understand what clinical trials are and will share the opportunities for breast cancer patients to be involved in clinical trials at Jefferson.

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2019-06-19T12:00:00-0400

2019-06-19T13:15:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Research

Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center Grand Rounds Lecture

Jun 19th 12:00 PM

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"6E’s: Towards a Systematic Approach to Cancer Immunotherapy,” James L. Gulley, MD, PhD, Chief, Genitourinary Malignancies Branch; Head, Immunotherapy Group, GMB; Director, Medical Oncology Service Center for Cancer Research, NCI, NIH

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2019-06-19T12:00:00-0400

2019-06-19T13:00:00-0400

Bluemle Life Sciences Building, Mandeville Auditorium (Room 101), 233 S. 10th Street

Educational Class

Benefits of Shiatsu Massage

Jun 20th 11:00 AM

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Jessie will discuss shiatsu as a form of therapy to regain strength and function for patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiation therapy or those who are experiencing an extended illness. Shiatsu has helped with decreasing stress and anxiety, stimulating the body’s natural healing capacity and easing symptoms related to nausea and fatigue. After her talk, participants will be able to do a trial session of shiatsu. Registration is required at 215-955-1800.

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2019-06-20T11:00:00-0400

2019-06-20T13:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Special Event

Summer Movies Series at the Welcome Center

Jun 28th 10:00 AM

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The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part

Bring your family, a blanket and enjoy some popcorn and refreshments as you enjoy some movies and family time with us on the big screens!

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2019-06-28T10:00:00-0400

2019-06-28T13:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Research

Department of Radiation Oncology Lecture

Jul 1st 8:00 AM

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"Let's Be Innovative With Our Data in Oncology: Examples for the Christie Big Data Platform and the CONVERT Trial" - Corinne Faivre-Finn, MD, PhD, FRCR, Professor of Thoracic Radiation Oncology, University of Manchester's Institute of Cancer Sciences; Consultant in Clinical Oncology, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Former Radiotherapy Chair, European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer. For more information, contact Juli Johnson at 215-955-0284.

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2019-07-01T08:00:00-0400

2019-07-01T09:00:00-0400

Bodine Center for Cancer Treatment, Simon Kramer Conference Room, 111 S. 11th Street

Supportive Groups & Programs

Coffee and Conversation With A Buddy

Jul 10th 11:00 AM

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Come have a cup of coffee and informally meet with a Buddy, a trained volunteer who has been through similar procedures and treatments that can help answer questions and provide support and companionship. Caregivers are welcome to attend the Caregiver Support Group at the same time in the large conference room.

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2019-07-10T11:00:00-0400

2019-07-10T12:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Getting Started: Internet, E-mail and Tele-Health Basics

Jul 11th 9:30 AM

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Learn about how personal technology can help you navigate your health care. This session aims to help you discover new uses for your smartphone and other technologies. This session will provide hands on assistance and will cover creating e-mail addresses, utilizing Jefferson applications, and staying safe online. Patients can expect to leave this session feeling more comfortable utilizing JeffConnect video visits to communicate with their doctor. This session will be offered monthly and can be attended multiple times to hone your technology skills.

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2019-07-11T09:30:00-0400

2019-07-11T11:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Pharmacy Lecture Series

Jul 11th 1:00 PM

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Pharmacists will provide practical information on a variety of medication and drug related topics.

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2019-07-11T13:00:00-0400

2019-07-11T14:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Special Event

Summer Movies Series at the Welcome Center

Jul 19th 10:00 AM

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Moana

Bring your family, a blanket and enjoy some popcorn and refreshments as you enjoy some movies and family time with us on the big screens!

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2019-07-19T10:00:00-0400

2019-07-19T13:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Special Event

Mary Kline Classic Sports & Business Symposium

Jul 31st 11:00 AM

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The second annual Mary Kline Classic Sports and Business Symposium will bring together some of the most successful executives in sports to share their stories of how they’ve built their empires, their struggles along the way, and what it takes to make it in a tough industry. This one-day event offers the audience the opportunity to engage with the speakers in a unique learning experience that includes panel discussions, question and answer sessions, keynote presentations and opportunities to meet individually with panel members. The inaugural symposium, hosted by Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, raised more than $25,000 to support research at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center. For more information or to register, visit Jefferson.edu/MKC.

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2019-07-31T11:00:00-0400

2019-07-31T16:30:00-0400

Dorrance H. Hamilton Building, 1001 Locust Street

Special Event

Summer Movies Series at the Welcome Center

Aug 2nd 1:00 PM

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The Sandlot

Bring your family, a blanket and enjoy some popcorn and refreshments as you enjoy some movies and family time with us on the big screens!

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2019-08-02T13:00:00-0400

2019-08-02T15:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Getting Started: Internet, E-mail and Tele-Health Basics

Aug 8th 9:30 AM

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Learn about how personal technology can help you navigate your health care. This session aims to help you discover new uses for your smartphone and other technologies. This session will provide hands on assistance and will cover creating e-mail addresses, utilizing Jefferson applications, and staying safe online. Patients can expect to leave this session feeling more comfortable utilizing JeffConnect video visits to communicate with their doctor. This session will be offered monthly and can be attended multiple times to hone your technology skills.

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2019-08-08T09:30:00-0400

2019-08-08T11:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Pharmacy Lecture Series

Aug 8th 1:00 PM

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Pharmacists will provide practical information on a variety of medication and drug related topics.

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2019-08-08T13:00:00-0400

2019-08-08T14:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Coffee and Conversation With A Buddy

Aug 13th 11:00 AM

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Come have a cup of coffee and informally meet with a Buddy, a trained volunteer who has been through similar procedures and treatments that can help answer questions and provide support and companionship. Caregivers are welcome to attend the Caregiver Support Group at the same time in the large conference room.

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2019-08-13T11:00:00-0400

2019-08-13T12:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Coffee and Conversation With A Buddy

Sep 10th 11:00 AM

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Come have a cup of coffee and informally meet with a Buddy, a trained volunteer who has been through similar procedures and treatments that can help answer questions and provide support and companionship. Caregivers are welcome to attend the Caregiver Support Group at the same time in the large conference room.

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2019-09-10T11:00:00-0400

2019-09-10T12:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Getting Started: Internet, E-mail and Tele-Health Basics

Sep 12th 9:30 AM

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Learn about how personal technology can help you navigate your health care. This session aims to help you discover new uses for your smartphone and other technologies. This session will provide hands on assistance and will cover creating e-mail addresses, utilizing Jefferson applications, and staying safe online. Patients can expect to leave this session feeling more comfortable utilizing JeffConnect video visits to communicate with their doctor. This session will be offered monthly and can be attended multiple times to hone your technology skills.

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2019-09-12T09:30:00-0400

2019-09-12T11:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Pharmacy Lecture Series

Sep 12th 1:00 PM

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Pharmacists will provide practical information on a variety of medication and drug related topics.

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2019-09-12T13:00:00-0400

2019-09-12T14:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Medical Marijuana: What are the benefits and risks, and what does the Pennsylvania program entail?

Sep 17th 12:00 PM

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Getting help with cancer-related symptoms when they occur = better days and less symptoms. Symptoms such as cancer-related pain, neuropathy, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and poor appetite can be helped with symptom management. Learn about the benefits and risks of using medical marijuana, how the Pennsylvania Licensure program works, and how to access it.

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2019-09-17T12:00:00-0400

2019-09-17T13:15:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Oncology Nutrition Myths vs Facts

Sep 18th 12:00 PM

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There is confusing information when it comes to nutrition and cancer. You will learn the common nutrition myths and get the facts, so you can be the most informed while dealing with your diagnosis.

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2019-09-18T12:00:00-0400

2019-09-18T13:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Survivorship and Graft vs. Host Disease (Post Allogeneic Transplant)

Sep 19th 12:00 PM

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Graft vs. Host Disease may occur after a bone marrow or stem cell transplant in which someone receives bone marrow tissue or cells from a donor. In this program, Dr. Wagner will share with you the causes, symptoms, and treatment for this condition and discuss important survivorship concerns.

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2019-09-19T12:00:00-0400

2019-09-19T13:15:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Getting Started: Internet, E-mail and Tele-Health Basics

Oct 10th 9:30 AM

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Learn about how personal technology can help you navigate your health care. This session aims to help you discover new uses for your smartphone and other technologies. This session will provide hands on assistance and will cover creating e-mail addresses, utilizing Jefferson applications, and staying safe online. Patients can expect to leave this session feeling more comfortable utilizing JeffConnect video visits to communicate with their doctor. This session will be offered monthly and can be attended multiple times to hone your technology skills.

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2019-10-10T09:30:00-0400

2019-10-10T11:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Supportive Groups & Programs

Pharmacy Lecture Series

Oct 10th 1:00 PM

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Pharmacists will provide practical information on a variety of medication and drug related topics.

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2019-10-10T13:00:00-0400

2019-10-10T14:00:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Imaging Basics

Oct 15th 12:00 PM

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Jefferson is committed to providing the most advanced diagnostic, screening, staging and treatment monitoring, using the very latest equipment. We offer supportive care and treatment, which may include imaging to pinpoint surgical removal of the cancer and then to evaluate effectiveness of surgery, as well as imaging to aid in planning and then ongoing monitoring of chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Join our imaging department for a discussion about the following modalities that may be used in your cancer diagnosis and treatment: CT scan, MRI, and PET CT Scan.

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2019-10-15T12:00:00-0400

2019-10-15T13:15:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107

Educational Class

Understanding the Financial Impact of Cancer – Insurance 101 and Copay Assistance Programs

Oct 16th 12:00 PM

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Angie Santiago will talk about the impact of cancer on your finances. She will discuss Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act, as well as copay assistance programs.

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2019-10-16T12:00:00-0400

2019-10-16T13:30:00-0400

The Cancer Support and Welcome Center, 914 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107