Overview
So this week we completed our two-week series, exploring the complex and deeply personal area of sexuality and intimacy, and how this can be affected by NETs. We know this is a very sensitive area for most of us, and for some of you this may not be something you feel OK about engaging with, at this point in time. It’s totally fine to sit these ones out, if that’s the case for you. Having said that, we are taking a very gentle approach, so although earbuds might be a good idea if you have children in the room, we will be trying to stay well within everyone’s comfort zones.
This week we were thrilled to introduce you to a very respected colleague, Dr Amanda Hordern. Amanda, who has a palliative care and cancer nursing background, did her PhD into the area of sexuality and cancer several years ago.
This week’s session is a follow up to part 1, last week – if you’d like to catch up with this, you can watch it at https://youtu.be/_KUAHp7BR2Q.
Notes:
Cancer Council booklet “Sexuality, Intimacy and Cancer”: https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/cancer-side-effects/sexuality-and-intimacy
Passionfruit store (Melbourne): https://www.passionfruitshop.com.au
How to design your bedroom for sensuality: https://www.passionfruitshop.com.au/pages/how-to-design-your-bedroom-for-sensuality
Nutrition and NETs webinar, Nov 30 – for more information see: https://neuroendocrine.org.au/get-involved/neca-events/nutrition-and-nets/
To contact Kate, email NETNurse@neuroendocrine.org.au or call 1300 287 363.
This video was originally broadcast into our Facebook Private Discussion Group. If you are affected by NETs (either as a patient or carer) and in Australia, you’re welcome to join this group – www.facebook.com/groups/472805285594/ (once you click on “Join Group”, you will be guided to answer three questions, so we can approve your membership). Our Carers group is at www.facebook.com/groups/797093257354706
Please note that the information provided in this video is general, and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your own health or a medical concern.
