The highly educational message was ensured through the support of patients and prominent authorities from the respective therapeutic areas, who addressed the topic from the prevention, diagnosis, treatment side. The articles are available on the portal www.pacjentilekarz.pl The patronage of the campaign is held by the Polish Cancer Society.
THE CAMPAIGN SUPPORTS THE FOLLOWING THERAPEUTIC AREAS:
CZERNIAK
There are several golden rules to reduce the risk of developing melanoma. However, even if the cancer develops, patients can count on support and access to effective and safe treatment.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Bozena Cybulska-Stopa, MD, PhD
- Prof. dr hab. n. med. Piotr Rutkowski
SKIN CARE DURING AND AFTER ONCOLOGICAL TREATMENT
Cancer treatment can be associated with various side effects, including dermatological ones. What skin lesions do cancer patients most commonly struggle with and how should they be managed?
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Col. prof. dr hab. n. med. and n. o zdr. Witold Orłowski
STATINS
Statins lower LDL cholesterol, which has been proven in scientific studies. Unfortunately, not all patients adhere to medication recommendations, especially in primary prevention.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Prof. dr hab. n. med. Piotr Dobrowolski
- Prof. Dr. med. Aleksander Prejbisz
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND A HEALTHY HEART
Cardiovascular diseases are most commonly diagnosed among older people. To reduce the risk of disease, regular physical activity is key. It is a healthy lifestyle that will protect us from many of the unpleasant health consequences that often occur in old age.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Prof. dr hab. n. med. Piotr Jankowski
SHIELD
The thyroid gland is a very important organ. The hormones it produces affect the function of all the body's cells. This is why it is so important to check thyroid function regularly, even if we do not think there are any worrying symptoms.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Iwona Kozak-Michałowska, MD, PhD
ONCLUSIONS
If a woman or man with cancer wants to become parents in the future, they should consider oncofertility, or fertility preservation, before starting cancer treatment. From 1 June 2024, such a procedure will be reimbursed.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Dr n. med. Robert Gizler
VERRUCOUS DYSENTERY
Recently, Polish patients suffering from purpura vera (PV) have had access to a drug that stands out from other therapeutic options. It is not only better tolerated, but also more effective.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Prof. dr hab. n. med. Joanna Góra-Tybor
SUPPORT DURING AN ONCOLOGICAL ILLNESS
What is sometimes the most difficult thing in an oncological illness? Controlling emotions: fear, anger or confusion, according to the experience of experts from the association Polskie Amazonki Ruch Społeczny (Polish Amazons Social Movement). In order to get through the treatment period, the key - according to many patients - is support.
Substantive support on this topic was provided by:
- Agnieszka Pióro (Polish Amazons Social Movement)
The editors recommend reading all the articles that are part of the 'Conscious Patient' campaign, available on the portal www.pacjentilekarz.pl