Sponsored session - Global Impact of Cancer and Mental Health

Sponsored session - Global Impact of Cancer and Mental Health

Room 8
Sponsored session

Information

Organised by BeiGene (USA/China)

Chaired by Maia Thrift-Perry, BeiGene (United States)

Panellists:

Jordana McLoone, Behavioural Sciences Unit, Kids Cancer Centre, Sydney Children’s Hospital | School of Clinical Medicine, UNSW Medicine & Health (Australia)

Jean Mossman, former CEO of Cancer BACUP, Patient Advocate and currently affiliated London School of Economics (United Kingdom)

Luciana Holtz, Instituto Oncoguia (Brazil)

Anna Cabanes, Global Focus on Cancer (United States)

Lisa Kennedy Sheldon, St. Joseph Hospital (United States)


Description:

Featuring varied experiences and expertise, this panel session will explore the psychological and psychosocial impact of a cancer diagnosis, the integration of mental health considerations into care and treatment plans and barriers to mental health support for cancer patients and caregivers around the globe.

Theme
Theme 6 – People living with cancer
Session code
SS16
BeiGeneBeiGene is a global, science-driven biotechnology company focused on developing innovative and affordable medicines to improve treatment outcomes and access for patients worldwide. With a broad portfolio of more than 40 clinical candidates, BeiGene is expediting development of our diverse pipeline of novel therapeutics through our own capabilities and collaborations. We are committed to radically improving access to medicines for two billion more people by 2030.

Registered attendees

Abdul Malik
Abdul Malik
Public Health SpecialistCancer Society of Maldives
Afa Adnan
Afa Adnan
Secretary General, Cancer Society of MaldivesCancer Society of Maldives
Alyson Geary
Alyson Geary
Lead, Impact Partnerships, Support + Community Powered ProjectsRethink Breast Cancer

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