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cancer NEWS ISSUE 9
Garden of Hope and Healing
Cancer News
Stay informed with the latest comprehensive cancer care updates
A Nature Sacred Place
View online & previous issues: bryanhealth.org/cancer-newsletter
The Bryan Foundation joined with nonprofit Nature Sacred to create green space at the April Sampson Cancer Center dedicated to nurturing the mind, body and spirit.
Comprehensive cancer care under one roof
This Sacred Place, which is called The Garden of Hope and Healing, offers a serene retreat where patients, families and employees can find respite, reflection and a sense of calm in a soothing, natural environment. The garden features native plantings, a labyrinth and walking path that encircles a grove of shade trees. Guests can also find community journals under the benches to share written reflections with others.
View highlights of the many offerings at the April Sampson Cancer Center
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Bryan Thoracic Cancer Staging Consult
at April Sampson Cancer Center Help newly diagnosed lung cancer patients get treatment faster. • Streamlined staging process • Collaborative treatment plan • Personalized assessment and orders of needed tests • Presentation at Thoracic Tumor Board • Coordination of next steps All information relayed back to referring provider for ongoing care.
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FALL 2024
Cancer Support Programs At the April Sampson Cancer Center, we believe that healing goes beyond traditional medical treatments. We aim to support the emotional and psychological well-being of cancer patients through a variety of programs: Cancer Support Group – first Thursdays, 3-4 p.m. Prostate Cancer Support Group - second Thursdays, 3-4 p.m. Wellness Through Cancer – most Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. Casting Through Cancer – twice a month, day and time varies
“Being in and around nature can calm and soothe the soul,” said Danielle Henricksen, director of April Sampson Cancer Center. “This Sacred Place offers our patients, families, and employees a peaceful escape where they can find comfort, strength and renewal. It’s a testament to our commitment to care for the whole person, addressing not only their physical needs but also emotional and spiritual needs.” The April Sampson Cancer Center simplifies the logistics of care while placing a strong emphasis on the mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of its patients. The new Sacred Place is part of a broader initiative to integrate nature into the care experience.
Nature Sacred has spent over 25 years partnering with healthcare institutions, communities and organizations to co-create Sacred Places, which are tranquil sanctuaries designed to restore balance and offer a peaceful respite. Many renowned institutions, including Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, have embraced this model, recognizing the profound impact these spaces can have on patient and employee well-being.
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Bispecific T-cell Engager (BiTE) Therapy
We also offer education and hands-on experiences that include:
Now available in Lincoln through Bryan Medical Center
• Acupuncture demonstrations
• Guided meditation
Who:
• Paired massage techniques
• Art therapy
• Skin and beauty care
• And more!
• Sound baths
Large B-cell lymphoma patients (research is quickly expanding to treat many other types of cancer)
outpatient in an oncology clinic
What: Glofitamab and Epcoritamab, bispecific T-cell
Why:
To expand cancer therapies for patients in our region, in collaboration with local oncology clinics
engagers (BiTE)
How: Via infusion per oncology physician orders and View calendar of upcoming events at AprilSampsonCancerCenter.org/Calendar
Bryan Cancer Program • 402-481-7900 • BryanHealth.org/Cancer
Where: Inpatient at Bryan East Campus or as an
protocol. The engagers attach to both immune system’s T cells and cancer cells, making it more efficient for the patient’s own T cells to attack the cancer cells
If you have any questions, please call Bryan Cancer Program at 402-481-7900.
Bryan Cancer Program • 402-481-7900 • BryanHealth.org/Cancer