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Systemic treatment uses medication that travels through the bloodstream to find and destroy cancer cells. It includes chemotherapy, checkpoint inhibitors, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. Treatment goals vary for each person and may change over time.
The treatment books provide detailed information on what these treatments involve, how to prepare, what to expect, and how to manage side effects. If you are receiving both checkpoint inhibitors and chemotherapy at the same time (in combination), read the Checkpoint Inhibitor and Chemotherapy book.
See Managing Symptoms & Side Effects for more information about treatment-related side effects.
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In this presentation, a nurse from Cancer Care Alberta explains chemotherapy and targeted therapy, how to prepare for appointments, what to expect, possible side effects, how to manage them, and where to find support and resources. Note: hormone therapy is not included.
In this presentation, you will learn what checkpoint inhibitor treatment is, how to prepare for appointments, what to expect, possible side effects, and how to manage them.
If you have symptoms, side effects, or concerns, it’s important to call the right number. Contact numbers vary by treatment and cancer centre. Select your treatment type and cancer centre below to view your contact card.
For health advice 24/7 phone 811 a free health information service. You have options to speak with a variety of health professionals.
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