Video B-Roll available via CNW - Dying Cancer Patients Need More Support

Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010 Released by the Canadian Cancer Society with Special Focus on Care and Support for Dying Patients

TORONTO, May 19 /CNW/ - The following video is available by satellite or by CNW's Broadcast On-Demand web download:

STORY SUMMARY:

The type and quality of care and services to ensure a cancer patient dies with dignity in the setting of their choice depends on where the person lives in Canada, according to a special report about end-of-life care in Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010, released today by the Canadian Cancer Society.

SHOT LIST:

    
    Heather Chappell, Director, Cancer Control Policy, Canadian Cancer
     Society
    Dr. Prithwish De, Epidemiologist, Cancer Control Policy, Canadian Cancer
     Society
    Caregiver Joanne Morrison

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