Cancer Patients Find Help to Reduce Oral Side Effects of Treatment

Cancer Patients Find Help to Reduce Oral Side Effects of Treatment

Start Up Launched to Address Oral Health Concerns of Oncology Patients

Manitowoc, WI – April 3, 2013 — Side Effect Support LLC is a one-of-a-kind company created by a Registered Dental Hygienist that is dedicated to improving the oral health of those battling cancer. It is an innovative concept that offers resources to an underserved area of healthcare.

According to Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH, the owner of Side Effect Support LLC, “Oral health can play a major role in the comfort and

quality-of-life of oncology patients, yet it is often an overlooked aspect of their care. Diseases and infections in the mouth can

complicate, delay or affect the ability to complete treatments.” The company offers professional education to medical and dental

staff as well as support group presentations. Informational articles are posted frequently on the company’s website along with

additional resources. The website also offers products for patients and professional organizations to combat painful, costly and

potentially dangerous oral side effects associated with cancer treatments.

About Side Effect Support LLC: Side Effect Support LLC merges education, resources and products specifically targeted to combat

the oral side effects associated with cancer treatments. By serving patients, caregivers and professionals, this well-rounded proactive

approach focuses on prevention and offers invaluable insight to improve the overall wellbeing of those with cancer.

Information can be found at www.sideeffectsupport.com

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