EDUCATION & AWARENESS
SAVE THE DATE 2024 EYES ON A CURE: OM PATIENT AND CAREGIVER SYMPOSIUM AND MILES FOR MELANOMA 5K
We are pleased to announce that the 2024 in-person Eyes on a Cure: OM Patient and Caregiver Symposium will be held May 2 - 5, in Boston, MA. The meeting will be held in partnership with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Massachusetts Eye and Ear and the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. In addition to bringing information to patients about the latest in clinical care and research for OM, the meeting will also include opportunities for patients to access support, network and explore supportive care opportunities. The event will also include the New England Miles for Melanoma 5k event at the Franklin Park Zoo the morning of Saturday, May 4 where participants will raise awareness about research funding for OM. SUPPORT GROUPS Check out our current virtual OM support groups in partnership with the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Department of Social Work and with the University of Denver Oncology Psychology Department.
CURE OM & Thomas Jefferson University Hospital - This group provides virtual support to individuals diagnosed with ocular melanoma (OM). The group is facilitated by a licensed social worker, and includes a mix of educational and wellness information, as well as space to connect with other patients. CURE OM & University of Denver, Ocular Melanoma Support Alliance - This group is a monthly virtual support group for those who are survivors and thrivers of ocular melanoma. The group identifies specific topics to explore with invited speakers for the first portion of each session and then a professionally facilitated open discussion rounds out each meeting. The CURE OM engagement and education team help match patients to the group that is right for them.
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