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Montefiore Einstein’s BOLD program outlines free cancer-wellness services, peer supports and community screening events
Summary
Dr. Bianca Rivera, project manager for the Montefiore Einstein BOLD program, described BOLD as a free Bronx-focused cancer-wellness and outreach initiative offering counseling, peer support, a free boutique for patients and community screening navigation.
Dr. Bianca Rivera, project manager for the BOLD program and manager of the community outreach arm of the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, presented the program’s services to the Bronx Community Board 11 Health & Human Services Committee.
“BOLD stands for Bronx Oncology Living Daily Program,” Rivera said. She described BOLD as a free, patient-centered cancer wellness program available to any Bronx resident with a cancer diagnosis, whether or not they receive treatment at Montefiore. Rivera characterized the program as part of Montefiore’s comprehensive cancer-center services and said the center’s comprehensive title from the National Cancer Institute reflects inclusion of wellness services in addition to standard oncologic care.
Rivera said…
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