Veterans and Burn Pit Cancers

Dr. Tony Jaslowski and Outagamie County Veterans Service Officer Kell Bales discuss the health crisis of burn pit exposure, the associated cancers affecting veterans, and the landmark PACT Act legislation that expands VA healthcare and benefits.

Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Hematology-Oncology Care

Medical oncologist and hematologist Dr. Matthew Ryan and pediatric hematology/oncology social worker Emma Lehman, MSW, CAPSW, discuss the significant emotional and logistical hurdles young adults face when transitioning from the supportive, family-centered pediatric cancer care environment to the more independent adult setting.

The Unique Challenges of Facing Cancer as a Young Adult

Dr. Michael Guiou, a radiation oncologist, and Emma Lehman, a pediatric hematology/oncology social worker, explore the unique challenges young adults face when diagnosed with cancer. From treatment adaptations and long-term health concerns to emotional struggles and gaps in support, they shed light on why this age group often feels caught between the pediatric and adult cancer worlds.

Tumor Markers

Dr. Alexander Starr and Dr. Matthew Ryan explain how tumor markers can help track cancer and treatment and emphasize that it’s crucial to look at a patient’s overall health, not just the numbers.