Marin Cancer Care hosts, sponsors, and facilitates free support groups in an effort to optimize the health and healing of patients, family members and other caregivers of those with cancer. For details and more information, download the flyer or view the list of our cancer support groups, below.

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November
  • 04
    04.November.Monday

    Monthly Zoom Meditations

    10:00 AM-11:00 AM
    Nov/Mon/2024

    Join Us Weekly for Free,Virtual Guided Meditations

    Mindfulness meditation is a powerful tool for managing
    manage stress and cultivating self-awareness, compassion,
    and empathy. Regular practice can improve both mental
    and physical health.

    Join us each week, from the comfort of your home, for
    a virtual guided meditation. In each session, you will
    learn and practice skills to calm the body and mind.
    Topics will include gratitude, resilience, stress reduction,
    pain management, relaxation, and more.

    All classes will be recorded and recordings will be
    available on MarinHealth’s YouTube channel.

    Download the pdf for more information

     

  • 08
    08.November.Friday

    CANCELLED - Addressing Women’s Sexuality and Side Effects After Pelvic Radiation

    12:00 PM-1:00 PM
    Nov/Fri/2024
    Health Resource Center, Conf Room
    1350 S Eliseo Dr, Greenbrae, CA 94904, USA

    CANCELLED

    Exclusively for women who have completed or are currently undergoing pelvic radiation as part of their cancer treatment, this intimate presentation will address cancer survivorship and pelvic health, including:
    • Long-term side effects of pelvic radiation
    (vaginal dryness & fibrosis, painful intercourse, etc.)
    • Sexual dysfunction during/after cancer treatment
    • Vaginal atrophy and the use of vaginal dilators
    • Recommendations for relieving symptoms

    Women Only
    Light refreshments will be served.
    Space is limited.
    Please RSVP at
    MyMarinHealth.org/survivorlunch

    About Our Presenter

    Dr. Sujatha Pathi is a board certified and
    fellowship-trained specialist in Urogynecology
    and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. Her area of
    focus include surgical and non-surgical treatments
    for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse,
    voiding dysfunction, fecal incontinence, defecatory
    dysfunction, pelvic pain, and

  • 12
    12.November.Tuesday

    Lymphedema Education Series-Exercise and Lymphedema

    12:00 PM-1:00 PM
    Nov/Tue/2024
    Lobby
    1350 So. Eliseo Drive Greenbae, CA

    Join Jenn Fernandez, PTA, Certified Lymphedema and Oncology Rehabilitation Therapist to learn more about your lymphatic system and lymphedema. Each informal presentation will include a short presentation followed by a Q&A session.

    2024 DATES & TOPICS:

    Tuesday, February 13
    The Lymphatic System and Lymphedema

    Tuesday, May 14
    Taking Care of Your Lymphatic System and Lymphedema Risk Reduction

    Tuesday, August 13
    Axillary Cording

    Tuesday, November 12
    Exercise and Lymphedema

    We hope to see you there.

    To reserve your spot, leave a
    voicemail at 1-415-925-7299 or email
    Jennifer.Fernandez@mymarinhealth.org

    download the flyer

  • 12
    12.November.Tuesday

    Lymphedema Education Series-Exercise and Lymphedema

    12:00 PM-1:00 PM
    Nov/Tue/2024
    Lobby
    1350 So. Eliseo Drive Greenbae, CA

    Join Jenn Fernandez, PTA, Certified Lymphedema and Oncology Rehabilitation Therapist to learn more about your lymphatic system and lymphedema. Each informal presentation will include a short presentation followed by a Q&A session.

    2024 DATES & TOPICS:

    Tuesday, February 13
    The Lymphatic System and Lymphedema

    Tuesday, May 14
    Taking Care of Your Lymphatic System and Lymphedema Risk Reduction

    Tuesday, August 13
    Axillary Cording

    Tuesday, November 12
    Exercise and Lymphedema

    We hope to see you there.

    To reserve your spot, leave a
    voicemail at 1-415-925-7299 or email
    Jennifer.Fernandez@mymarinhealth.org

    download the flyer

  • 13
    13.November.Wednesday

    How Can you Lower Your Risk of Colon Cancer?

    5:30 PM-7:00 PM
    Nov/Wed/2024
    Marin General Hospital Conference Center
    250 Bon Air Rd., 250 Bon Air Rd.,Greenbrae, CA

    We’re bringing together a team of expert physicians who will discuss the latest research, trends, and innovative new ways to reduce risk of colon cancer. Plus, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of various colon cancer screening tests, including colonoscopies and the SHIELD blood test. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and gain new perspectives from our panel of physicians.

    Location
    MarinHealth Medical Center
    Conference Center, 1st floor
    250 Bon Air Road
    Greenbrae, CA 94904

    Light dinner and refreshments served.
    Space is limited, RSVP at: MyMarinHealth.org/CC

    Facilitated by Cyrus Mazidi, MD (Marin Cancer Care)
    Sean Maroney, MD (MarinHealth Gastroenterology)
    Amir Prushani, MD (MarinHealth General & Colorectal Surgery) with special emcee,  Barbara Galligan, MD

    Space is limited, RSVP at:  MyMarinHealth.org/CC