Cancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy

Patients, Survivors, Family Members and Caregivers
are invited to attend a free information session

This session is open to persons living with any type of
Cancer diagnosis

Cancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathies are amongst the most common neurological complications of cancer. Peripheral neuropathy is a disorder of the peripheral nerves – the motor, sensory, and autonomic nerves that connect the spinal cord to muscles, skin and internal organs.  It usually affects the hands and feet, causing weakness, numbness, tingling and pain.  Come learn more about Cancer-Related Peripheral Neuropathy.

Speakers:  Stephanie Hubbard, RN, MN, CON(C)
Nurse Practitioner, Tom Baker Cancer Centre
    Catriona Leckie, RN, MN  
Nurse Practitioner, Tom Baker Cancer Centre

Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Location: Wellspring Calgary (Carma House)
1404 Home Road NW, Calgary, AB

Free Parking is Available

Free refreshments and snacks will be provided

Registration for this free session is required, please contact:
Marina Giovannettie, Patient Services Manager
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, Prairies Region
Phone: 403-263-5300 ext 8
Email: marina.giovannetti@lls.org