The Symptoms:

    • This is a case report series based on real patients, built around a graphic backbone.
    • Much of the communication is visual. The graphic forms an image of the teaching points.
    • The characters are based on needs and more than one case will unfold with each episode.
    • The teaching points are folded into the graphics, the images, references, reports and the quiz.
    • The episodes allow you, as the narrative progresses, to reflect , consult the references and if you wish to form a self study project.
    • The series is intended to promote reflection and the sharing of ideas in a community linked by the forum. (you need a password for this)

    How to use the Symptoms:

    • Follow the evolution of the cases (Enjoy Jesse Bochner's great graphics)
    • Reflect on the narrative, the differential diagnosis, the tests , and the actions you would take.
    • Visit the references and explore the online resources to reflect on and deepen your knowledge.
    • Take the quiz (you will need a password for this)
    • Reflect on your answers.
    • Share your ideas on the forum (don't be a lurker!), stimulate others to reflect, and be stimulated in turn.
    • Give us feedback and fill out the evaluation form at least once.

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    Teaching objective:

    • To appreciate the benefit of exercise for cancer patients.

    In this episode:

    • George has joined the GI cancer support group, made up of patients, family members, and a facilitator.
    • Members discuss how they cope and the subject of exercise comes up.
    • An interview with Ilka a university specialist in exercise.

    How to use this module:

    • Read the graphic novel strip
    • Listen to the interview
    • Take the quiz ***
    • Checkout the references
    • Join the forum***

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Haydon AM, Macinnis RJ, English DR, Morris H, Giles GG.Physical activity, insulin-like growth factor 1, insulin-like growth factor binding protein 3, and survival from colorectal cancer. Gut. 2006 May;55(5):689-94. Epub 2005 Nov 18.

Park JH.Inhibition of colon cancer cell growth by dietary components: role of the insulin-like growth factor (IGF) system. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2008;17 Suppl 1:257-60.

Schiffer T, Schulte S, Hollmann W, Bloch W, Strüder HK.Effects of Strength and Endurance Training on Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor and Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 in Humans. Horm Metab Res. 2008 Oct 29.

Schwartz AL. Physical activity. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2008 Aug;24(3):164-70.

More references are available on PubMed
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