Recapping Season 5
We’ve tackled many topics and this month we are inviting you to visit, or revisit, our favorite episodes from Season 5. Please enjoy these ‘Staff Picks’ by clicking the links below.
Season 5 Episode 2: MBC 101: The HER2-Low Show
When diagnosed, we learn our cancer’s positive or negative HER2 status. But the highlight of the June 2022 meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) was discussion of a new ‘HER2 low' status and the success of Enhertu. This drug has been found to significantly extend both progression-free survival and overall survival compared to standard of care chemotherapy. So listen in to find out if this so-called ‘wonder drug’ is suitable for you. Guests David G. Hicks MD and Maryam Lustberg MD help the Our MBC Life team understand HER2 low and what it means for treatment.
Season 5 Episode 5: Caregivers: We Can't Do This Without You!
In this episode, three committed and courageous caregivers candidly discuss their important roles. This episode salutes all the people whose love, care and friendship bring comfort and joy into our lives. Our three guests share an intimate perspective on what’s it like to be a caregiver.
Season 5 Episode 8: When The Dust Settles What Are My Treatment Options For ER+/HER2- MBC?
Here we look at post–2022-ASCO and the state of affairs in HR-positive MBC treatment. In the last couple of decades, the only options were single-agent endocrine therapy and systemic chemo. But things are changing. Drs. Stephanie Graff, Sara Hurvitz, and Kevin Kalinsky talk about how they make clinical decisions in selecting and sequencing treatments, specifically CDK4/6 inhibitors, and the newly approved targeted therapies.
Season 5 Episode 10: Laughter as Medicine
Our hosts asked: “Do you think that laugher can be good medicine?” The consensus is an emphatic “Yes!” or, as MBC thriver and comedian Elaine puts it: You bet!…I think one of the reasons I’m still standing is my ability to flip things on their head and find meaning.” Khevin Barnes, a Laughter Yoga specialist, was inspired by his own breast cancer diagnosis to write a song and then an entire musical exploring the darkly comedic side of male breast cancer. For NYC actress and comedian Jenny Saldaña, a life-changing diagnosis spurred her to write the play “Pink,” a dramedy that includes some of the more humorous moments of life with breast cancer. Tune in for a laugh!
