Cancer Conversations

Genetic Counseling

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Michael Goskey, Licensed Genetic Counselor, UK Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 49
Genetic counseling might be a new term to some or might sound scary to others.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Michael Goskey brings genetic counseling to light and shares some very common uses for this field. He also discusses some of the perceived barriers and helps to alleviate concerns that listeners might have about seeking genetic counseling.
Genetic Counseling resources:
The National Society of Genetic Counselors
Finding a genetic counselor
Billing and Insurance/protection
 
Markey Genetic Counseling
Pediatrics and Metabolism
Prenatal Genetics
 
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Markey Cancer Center - A Comprehensive Cancer Center

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Mark Evers, MD, FACS, Director, UK Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 48
What does it mean when a cancer center, such as Markey, receives the comprehensive cancer center designation?  How does being a comprehensive cancer center impact the work being done at Markey?  Does having a comprehensive cancer center have significant implications for Kentucky? Listen to this episode of Cancer Conversations, as Dr. Mark Evers answers these questions and more.
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Cancer Conversations: Acupuncture for Good Health

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guests: Norah Charles, L.Ac. and Dennis Kim, L.Ac., Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare
Cancer Conversations Episode 47
Acupuncture is a centuries old treatment for many ailments.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Norah Charles and Dennis Kim, Licensed Acupuncturists share common uses for acupuncture and what to expect during and after a treatment.
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Online Integrative Medicine and Health
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Yoga For Stress Relief and Relaxation

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Carrie Seiter and Dindy Yokel, Mind Body Movement Coordinators, Integrative Medicine and Health, UK Healthcare
Cancer Conversations Episode 46
Yoga has many positive benefits for our health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Dindy Yokel and Carrie Seiter from Integrative Medicine and Health discuss how stress relief and relaxation can benefit our overall well being.
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Online Integrative Medicine and Health
Email
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Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Lauren Carney, Physical Therapist, UK Healthcare
Living with the after effects of many cancer treatments can cause problems with pelvic health.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Lauren Carney shares strategies for overcoming pelvic health challenges to resume an improved quality of life. She also discusses other diagnoses that may affect the pelvic area and how therapy can provide comfort.
For more information about Pelvic Health Physical Therapy:
Life after Cancer: The Role of Pelvic Physical Therapy
Radiation Therapy for Endometrial Cancer
Radiation Therapy for Vaginal Cancer
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Online Markey Cancer Center
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Narrative Medicine

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Robert Slocum, Narrative Medicine Program Coordinator, UK Healthcare
Cancer Conversations Episode 45
As Dr. Robert Slocum says, "Everyone has a story." When that story is related to one's health, Dr. Slocum and his team are ready listen.  The Narrative Medicine Program at UK Healthcare helps patients, including those living with a cancer diagnosis, process their stories in ways that can have beneficial health outcomes.  Listen to this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS for more information about the Narrative Medicine program.
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LGBTQIA+ and Cancer

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Tiffany Arps, LCSW, Oncology Social Worker, Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 44
Living with cancer is challenging.  Living with cancer when you are also dealing with other barriers to care often faced by the LGBTQIA+ community can be daunting.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Tiffany Arps, a licensed clinical social worker with Markey Cancer Center, shares unique challenges faced by this community and provides strategies for overcoming these obstacles while managing a cancer diagnosis.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
For additional information, click any of the links below:
Coping with Cancer as an LGBTQ Person
National LGBT Cancer Network
The LGBT Cancer Project
LBGTQI Cancer Support Resources
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Cancer Support Groups

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Julie Case Steffey, LCSW, Oncology Social Worker, Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 43
Whether it is you or a loved one who has cancer, having others to talk to who are experiencing life with cancer can have beneficial results.  In this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Juile Steffey shares some of the benefits of connecting with support groups for those living with cancer and for those who love and care for them.  While support groups might not be for everyone, the Oncology Social Work team at Markey Cancer Center can recommend the support patients and their families need as they travel this journey.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
 
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Financial Considerations for Cancer Patients

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Charles McCann, Patient Financial Counselor, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 42
Sometimes people who have cancer don't seek treatment because of the financial burden they are concerned that it will place on their family.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Charles McCann shares information that can alleviate those fears as he outlines resources that are available to cancer patients and their families.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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SHRINKFLATION: Increasing prices, decreasing quantity!
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management
Season 5, Episode 27
Shrinkflation might not be a term you are familiar with, but you are probably feeling its effects.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Nichole Huff shares all about shrinkflation and its cousin, inflation, and how the two are affecting our budgets.
For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit:
MoneyWi$e Newsletter
MoneyWi$e Website
MoneyWi$e Facebook Page
 
 
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Dental Career Opportunities
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Kenneth Nusbacher, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, UK College of Dentistry
Dental careers are popular. Dentists are ranked highly for their work-life balance. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the growth rate for dental assistants is expected to exceed the growth rate for all occupations by three percent in the ten year period from 2021 to 2031.  On this episode of KY Smiles, Dr. Kenneth Nusbacher shares about the many dental careers and the necessary preparation they require.
For more information:
Why Be A Dentist
Dentistry at UK
Dental Assisting
Connect with the UK College of Dentistry by clicking any of the links below:
Dentistry | UK HealthCare
UK Dentistry on Facebook
UK Dentistry on Twitter
 
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Helping Your Child Manage Anger
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky 
Guest: Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 5,  Episode 26
Anger is a natural emotion.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares strategies for helping your child process anger in healthy ways.  He provides tips for discussing situations that cause anxiety and providing children with tools to handle times when their anger might be overwhelming.
To connect with FCS Extension:
Kentucky Extension Offices
UK FCS Website
FCS Facebook
FCS Instagram
 
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Strategies for Lower Stress Family Mealtime
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 5, Episode 25
Family meals can often be a source of stress when children are young, especially if they feel like a battleground between what a child wants to eat and what the parents want the child to eat.  On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking breaks down some simple strategies to help families lower the stress level for every during family mealtimes.  She recommends using a proven methods that divides responsibility, so that everyone leaves meal feeling successful.
To connect with FCS Extension:
Kentucky Extension Offices
UK FCS Website
FCS Facebook
FCS Instagram
 
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Toxic Positivity
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Charles McCann, Patient Financial Services, Markey Cancer Center
Financial concerns can sometimes be a reason for persons with cancer failing to seek needed cancer care.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Charles McCann shares how patients and their families can get the care they need and find the resources to support their care.
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Nutrition for those living with Cancer

Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Rachel Miller, MS, RD, CSO, LD, Registered Dietitian Consultant, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 41
Making food choices may be difficult for those undergoing cancer treatment due to how the treatment might affect appetite, taste, and smell.  On this episode of Cancer Conversation, Rachel Miller shares nutrition tips for those living with cancer.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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Toxic Positivity

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Bethany Giles, LCSW, Oncology Social Worker, Markey Cancer Center
Cancer Conversations Episode 40
Can one ever be too positive?  On this episode of Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, Bethany Giles shares that failing to acknowledge the realities facing someone living with cancer might not be the best policy.  She gives guidance for maintaining a positive outlook while understanding the journey faced by the cancer patient and family.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
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Understanding and Preventing HPV

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Pamela Hull, Associate Director of Population Science and Community Impact, Markey Cancer Center and Associate Professor of Behavioral Science, UK College of Medicine
Cancer Conversations Episode 39
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. HPV (or human papillomavirus) can cause cervical cancer.  HPV vaccines can prevent the infection that can lead to this and other types of cancer.  On this episode of Cancer Conversations, Dr. Pamela Hull shares information about HPV and the HPV vaccine, including when recipients should begin getting the vaccination.  This information is very important for parents of pre-teen and teens.
Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS is a partnership project between Family and Consumer Sciences Extension and the Markey Cancer Center.
For more information about the HPV vaccine visit:
Get 3 Shots
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