Time to Talk Immuno-Oncology™
Immunotherapy is given to many patients with cancer, either alone or in combination with chemotherapy. Time to Talk Immuno-Oncology provides patient-focused education on the most commonly used classes of immunotherapy:
- Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
- Cellular Therapy
These tools can be printed, filled out digitally, e-mailed, and shared through social media.
This activity is supported by independent medical education grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb and a partnership between Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Sanofi Genzyme.
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Tool Kit
How Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors Work and What to Expect
This tool is a short guide to how the therapy works, with helpful pictures and answers to questions about what you can expect during your treatment.
Side Effects of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Like many treatments, immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause unintended side effects in different parts of the body. It's good to be aware of these so you can tell your healthcare provider about any symptoms and get help for managing them. You'll also find useful tips for self-care.
Resources for Patients with Cancer
Many organizations and programs are there to support you and your family during your treatment. Locate sources for financial assistance, assistance with housing and lodging, counseling support, assistance with legal and insurance issues, and other kinds of help.
Questions to Ask My Healthcare Team About Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
This list of questions will help you remember things you want to ask your healthcare team about the treatment and its possible side effects. It includes questions about taking other medications during your treatment.
Cellular Therapy Tool Kit
What Is CAR T-Cell Therapy?
This tool is a short guide to the steps involved in creating and giving CAR T therapy, with helpful pictures and answers to questions about what you can expect during and after your treatment. It also covers the steps that will be taken to prevent or manage side effects of the treatment.
Wallet Card
Use the card provided (or one available from the drug manufacturer) to help you share information about your treatment with other healthcare providers who are not directly involved in treating your cancer.
Side Effects of CAR T Therapy
Like many treatments, CAR T therapy can cause unintended side effects in different parts of the body. These can happen both early in your treatment and later on. It's good to be aware of these so you can tell your healthcare provider about any symptoms, especially the most serious ones, and get help for managing them. You'll also find useful tips for self-care.
Tracking Sheets for Early Side Effects
It's important for you and your caregiver to track your symptoms and tell your healthcare team about them before they become severe or life-threatening. Three tracking sheets are provided: for symptoms related to cytokine release syndrome (high fevers and low blood pressure); symptoms related to the brain, spinal cord, and nerves (neurologic side effects); and other symptoms. (You can print out the tracking sheets and complete them by hand, or download the sheets and complete them on a computer.)
Questions to Ask My Healthcare Team About CAR T Therapy
This list of questions will help you remember things you want to ask your healthcare team about the treatment and its possible side effects. It includes questions about taking other medications during and after your treatment
Resources for Patients with Cancer
Many organizations and programs are there to support you and your family during your treatment. Locate sources for financial assistance; assistance with housing, lodging, and air travel; counseling support; assistance with legal and insurance issues; and other kinds of help.
Please Share your Thoughts
Please share your feedback on the Time to Talk Immuno-Oncology tool kits by answering a brief survey.
- If you are a patient, complete this survey.
- If you are a pharmacist or a healthcare provider, complete this survey.