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Cancer and Aging: A Call to Action



Last Modified: April 28, 2002

Conference Dates: October 4-5, 2002
Conference Location: Princeton, New Jersey, USA


Sponsoring Group: Saint Barnabas Health Care System, Meridian HEalth System, NJ Commission on Cancer Research

Conference Web Page URL: www.cancerandaging.org

Topics Covered:

  • Co-Morbidities
  • Best Treatment Practices
  • Pain Management
  • Economic Impact
  • Clinical Trials
  • Palliative Care

Conference Objectives: To enhance awareness of the problems associated with cancer in the elderly across the continuum of care. To identify emerging research concerns for practitioners.

Who Should Attend: Oncologists, Geriatricians, Primary Care Physicians, Oncology Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Social Workers, Allied Health Professionals, Hospital and Nursing Home Administrators

Registration Information: Registration information is available on the web site or call 732-235-9450

Continuing Education: Yes

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