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Friday, March 18, 2011

OCATS AGM Meeting Regina, Sask - Ovarian Cancer Awareness & Treatment in Saskatchewan (OCATS)



Time
Saturday, March 19 · 12:00pm - 2:00pm

OCATS AGM with Judy Wright, Guest Speaker

Darlene Gray invited you · Share · Public Event



Location
Knox Met United Church, Room 105
2340 Victoria Avenue
Regina

Created By

More Info
Election of Board Members
Presentation of financial Statement for 2010
Vote on Change to Bylaws/ARticles/Constitution (one)

Guest Speaker: Gifted Counsellor Judy Wright, Judy will share with us a new endeavor of hers, working with clients and horses to help people overcome barriers and physical and emotional pain.

Light Lunch by Donation
Memberships can be renewed at the door.

If you are a paid member, you can vote by proxy, email darlenegray@sasktel.net

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Better access for Regina ovarian cancer patients: Sask. Cancer Agency



REGINA — The CEO of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency says stabilizing services for ovarian cancer patients in Regina is a top priority.
Scott Livingstone provided an update about the progress of a gynecologic cancer program to delegates attending the Gynecologic Cancer Conference, which was held in Regina on Friday.
He said a group that includes representatives from the advocacy groups— Ovarian Cancer Awareness and Treatment in Saskatchewan (OCATS).......
Gray co-chaired the Gynecologic Cancer Conference — a first for Saskatchewan — with Livingstone....

Read more: http://www.leaderpost.com/health/Better+access+Regina+ovarian+cancer+patients+Sask+Cancer+Agency/3576771/story.html#ixzz10YufuS65

Read more: http://www.leaderpost.com/health/Better+access+Regina+ovarian+cancer+patients+Sask+Cancer+Agency/3576771/story.html#ixzz10YuAM3Ku


Read more: http://www.leaderpost.com/health/Better+access+Regina+ovarian+cancer+patients+Sask+Cancer+Agency/3576771/story.html#ixzz10YtzDvvq

Saturday, September 18, 2010

AGENDA: Conference September 24th: Gynecologic Cancer Conference, Regina, Saskatchewan




      website:   http://www.ocats.ca



registration:  

September 24th, 2010 AGENDA

7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast
Exhibit Hall Marketplace Open

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Welcome!
Official opening of the first Saskatchewan Gynecologic Cancer Conference
Greetings from Co-Chair Scott Livingstone, Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency

9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Opening Keynote Speaker -
Rosalee Longmoore, President -  Saskatchewan Union of Nurses
Nurses are integral health care providers for the gynecologic cancer patient and her family, every step of the way. Ms. Longmoore will describe the dedication of nurses to the advancement of patient care and how they can add to the patient and her family’s quality of life.

10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Dr. Vicki Holmes
 Women’s Mid-Life Health Centre of Saskatchewan 
Dr. Vicki Holmes’ presentation will focus on the role of the General Practitioner in encouraging women to report symptoms, interpretation symptoms, the use of appropriate diagnostic tests and examinations of women of all ages, proper referral to specialists and support during and post treatment.  Although the patient’s primary physician at the hospital is likely to be her gynecologic oncologist, the family doctor still plays a key role in the patient’s care and treatment for pre diagnosis to post treatment.  New thoughts and methodologies for medical care, testing, diagnosis and treatment have required today’s doctors to be more involved and aware of symptoms for young girls to senior citizens.

10:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m  Nutritious Break
Exhibit Hall Marketplace Open

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m Panel Presentations
Andrew Gilbertson, Pharmacist – Managing Medication
The role of your pharmacist in family health and managing your medication.
Dr. Heather Fox – Complementary/Alternative Therapies
Presenting non-traditional methods of diagnosing, preventing and treating cancer.
Monica Milas – Support for the emotional side effects of cancer and treatment
The side effects of gynecologic cancer and it's affect on survivors and their partners. Learning how to overcome these issues. 

12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Organic Lunch
Exhibit Hall Marketplace Open

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Scott Livingstone,
Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency 
Gyneocology Cancer Program in Saskatchewan

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Panel Presentation
Dr. Muhammad Salim – Clinical Trials
Dr. Salim is the head of clinical trials in Saskatchewan, and the only Canadian
doctor on a team at the Mayo clinic for clinical trials – Learn about the basics of
clinical trials and their importance.
Dr. Christopher Giede - When cancer returns
Learn about the medical options available to survivors facing recurrence and review
ways you can work with your medical team to make well-informed decisions about
your treatment.
Wendi Stoeber, RN, MA, CCGC - Genetic Counsellor
Learn about ovarian cancer genetics and how to identify families who may be at
heredity risk for the disease. Review the benefits, the risks and limitations of
genetic testing for ovarian cancer.

3:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Nutritious Break
Exhibit Hall Marketplace Open

3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Closing Speaker – Sandi Pniauskas
Sandi Pniauskas is an ovarian cancer survivor and is considered one of the
strongest and most vocal advocates for ovarian cancer women and their families.

4:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closing Remarks, Co-Chair Darlene Gray

Benefit Gala & Silent Auction
6:00 p.m.      Cocktails & Silent Auction opens
7:00 p.m.      Dinner is Served
8:00 p.m.      Presentations & Dessert
8:30 p.m.      An Intimate Evening with Jack Semple

Friday, June 18, 2010

OCATS - Ovarian Cancer Awareness & Treatment in Saskatchewan - ovarian cancer survivors meet again this year



August 14 & 15, 2010 International Gathering of Ovarian Cancer Women Supporting Each Other (ACOR), Regina, SK, Canada.
This event will include a free BBQ Dinner for patients and their partners on the 14th – to register for this contact Darlene at 306-775-1848 or info@ocats.ca

A luncheon for women only on the 15th out at Homestead Hall - a Prairie Girl Experience!

Golfing on the 15th for the guys at the awesome Deer Valley Golf Resort A Block of Rooms have been set aside at the "Regina Inn, for more info or to register under “OCATS Aug 2010”

For more info call Darlene at 306-775-1848 or info@ocats.ca