The Cancer Professionals Podcast

By: Macmillan Cancer Support
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  • Summary

  • Do you work in cancer care? On this podcast, we interview a wide range of guests, including health and social care professionals, to lift the lid on current issues faced by the cancer workforce. Expect to hear discussions of clinical practice, personal experience and practical advice to improve your knowledge and skills in supporting people affected by cancer. New episodes are released on the first Wednesday of each month.

    The Cancer Professionals Podcast is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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Episodes
  • Demystifying genomics: Building knowledge for effective cancer care

    Demystifying genomics: Building knowledge for effective cancer care
    Nov 6 2024
    In this episode, we take a deeper look at Genomics with Mary Tanay, Macmillan Nurse Consultant in Genomics and President-Elect of the UK Oncology Nursing Society, alongside Tootie Bueser, Director of Nursing and Midwifery. Together, we explore the increasing role of genetic testing in cancer care, its impact on decision-making, and how genomics can be an integral part of everyday discussions and practice.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support. 

    Links from the episode:
    Macmillan Genomics Toolkit
    Genomics Education Programme- NHS England
    Macmillan Genomics Toolkit: Breast
    The National Genomic Test Directory
    NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) website
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    54 mins
  • Alleviating the side effects: Skin care during cancer treatment

    Alleviating the side effects: Skin care during cancer treatment
    Oct 1 2024
    In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked impact of cancer treatments on the skin and discuss practical strategies for alleviating these side effects. We’re joined by Dr. Fiona McCarthy, a medical oncologist, and Rosamund Dean, journalist, author and wellness coach with her own lived experience of cancer. We explore a range of skin-related side effects, from dryness and rashes to sensitivity and irritation.

    We emphasise the importance of healthcare professionals proactively asking about skin issues and encouraging patients to openly share their experiences. The episode highlights how addressing skin health can improve patient comfort and quality of life, providing practical advice for integrating skincare into cancer care. This discussion aims to equip health and social care professionals with the knowledge to better support their patients.

    La Roche-Posay is supporting Macmillan Cancer Support and the vital work it does to support people living with cancer. Working in partnership, La Roche-Posay and Macmillan aim to provide information on the side effects of cancer treatment on skin and ways to alleviate these. Macmillan’s participation in this partnership does not constitute an endorsement of La Roche-Posay or L’Oréal products.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support. 

    Links from the episode:
    Oncology | Cancer Support and Skincare | La Roche-Posay UK
    Our partnership with La Roche-Posay | Macmillan Cancer Support
    Future Dreams | In-person and virtual breast cancer support
    Maggie's | Everyone's home of cancer care (maggies.org)
    A leading cancer support charity - Look Good Feel Better : Look Good Feel Better
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    58 mins
  • Understanding immunotherapy: What it is and how it feels

    Understanding immunotherapy: What it is and how it feels
    Sep 4 2024
    In this episode, we're joined by Nellie Kumaralingam, a former melanoma nurse consultant, and Suzanne, who was diagnosed with melanoma in 2022. Together, they offer an in-depth look into immunotherapy.

    Nellie demystifies what immunotherapy is, explaining how it works, its potential to target cancer cells, and the long-term effects it can have on the body. She brings her wealth of knowledge to help us understand the powerful impact of this treatment—not just on the disease, but on the lives of those who undergo it.

    Suzanne opens up about her personal journey with immunotherapy, candidly sharing the highs and lows of her treatment. She discusses the physical and emotional challenges she’s faced, the unexpected long-term side effects, and how she’s learning to live with them. This conversation offers a raw and real insight into what it means to navigate life after a cancer diagnosis and provides valuable perspectives from both the medical and personal sides of treatment.

    Content warning: This episode contains conversations about lived experience of cancer which you may find upsetting or triggering. Listener discretion is advised.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Links from the episode:

    The Immuno-Oncology Clinical Network - ioclinicalnetwork.co.uk
    Immuno-Oncology Education Forum - National IO Education Forum | ioclinicalnetwork.co.uk
    UK SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) Board - Home | UK SACT Board
    What is immunotherapy and how is it given? | Macmillan Cancer Support
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    50 mins

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