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Suburban Hospital Hematology Cancer Support & Educational Group

Suburban Hospital Hematology Cancer Support & Educational Group *(meets every 3rd Thursday of each month, 5:30-7:30 pm)

"Chemobrain" After Treatment for Hematologic Cancer

Guest Speaker: Dr. Michael Feuerstein, Professor, USUHS Clinical Psychologist, Author & Cancer Survivor

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After undergoing treatment for leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma, patients may notice some loss of memory and difficulty with concentration, organization and multitasking; this is often referred to as "chemobrain." Dr. Feuerstein will discuss his research and some strategies for managing symptoms when they occur. A light dinner will be served.

To register, please contact Brenda Amaya 703-399-2940 or brenda.amaya@lls.org

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