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Spirituality in Oncology Care: Patient Priorities and Innovative InterventionsThe topic of spirituality has become increasingly relevant in oncology nursing dialogue, research, and practice, with an eye toward how best to assess and identify patients’ spiritual needs and then develop innovative clinical interventions to effectively address those needs.
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Yoga for Cancer CareMind-body methods are increasingly being used in cancer treatment, as patients are supplementing standard care with integrative therapies.
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What Is Lynch Syndrome and Why Is It Important?Lynch syndrome (LS) is a hereditary syndrome that causes a marked increased risk of colorectal and other cancers. It is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, which means that it is due to a mutation in one copy of a gene (in LS, a DNA mismatch repair gene).
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Distress Screening and Referral Are Key for Patients With CancerProviding patients and clinicians with a distress screening and referral program that is comprehensive, easily accessible (ie, online), and patient centered in terms of resource/referral preferences can benefit patients and, potentially, the broader system of care.
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Janet Hampton Explains the Distress Thermometer StudyJanet Hampton from the University of Michigan Health System Cancer Center Explains the Distress Thermometer Study
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Whole-Breast Versus Partial-Breast RadiationThere is not a major difference in outcomes between whole-breast and partial-breast radiation for some patients with breast cancer.
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Obesity and Cancer: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Weight ManagementObesity has overtaken smoking as the leading preventable cause of cancer. Among patients diagnosed with cancer, obesity has been linked to poor prognosis.
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Nurses Can Refer Patients to Reliable Stomach Cancer InformationWhen one of your patients is diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer, it can be difficult for them to cope with their diagnosis. However, as their Oncology nurse, you can help guide them to reliable patient resources on stomach cancer, like Debbie’s Dream Foundation.
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Adjuvant Neratinib or T-DM1 Decreases Distant Recurrence Risk in HER2+ Early-Stage Breast CancerThe introduction of adjuvant approaches reduced the risk of disease recurrence in HER2-positive, early-stage breast cancer.
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Dr. Komrokji Discusses Myelodysplastic SyndromesRami S. Komrokji, MD, clinical director, Hematologic Malignancies, Moffitt Cancer Center, discusses the risk factors for developing myelodysplastic syndromes(MDS).
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Julie Nangia Explains Scalp Cooling Devices for Chemotherapy Induced Hair LossJulie Nangia explains the process for the Orbis Paxman Hair Loss Prevention System.
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Donna Berry on Patient CommunicationDonna L. Berry, PhD, RN, AOCN, FAAN, Director, Phyllis F. Cantor Center for Research in Nursing & Patient Care Services, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, discusses using technology to communicate with patients
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Meredith Buxton Discusses the I-SPY 2 TrialMeredith Buxton, PhD, University of California San Francisco, discusses the I-SPY 2 trial, for which she is the executive director.
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Heart Health and Cancer SurvivorsThe American Cancer Society estimates that almost 14.5 million cancer survivors are alive in the United States today. By 2024, the number of survivors will grow to almost 19 million.
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Don't Shy Away from the Sex Talk With Cancer SurvivorsThe availability of evidence-based research may help make clinicians more comfortable discussing sexual issues with cancer survivors.
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Megan Hoffman on the Importance of Nurses Understanding GenomicsMegan Hoffman, MSN, RN, CMSRN, AOCNS, discusses the importance of nurse's understanding genomics so their patients can get the full benefit.
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Abbey Kaler, MS, APRN, FNP-C, CMSRN, Wins CURE's 2023 Extraordinary Healer AwardAbbey Kaler, MS, APRN, FNP-C, CMSRN, demonstrated extraordinary oncology nursing by being a consistent champion of the patient’s voice.
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Support Patients' Treatment Decisions During COVID-19Patients with breast cancer may be apprehensive to come into the clinic for treatment amidst the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. However, others may prefer seeing their treatment team in person.
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Anne Katz on Psychosocial Challenges for the Young Adult With CancerAnne Katz, RN, PhD, clinical nurse specialist, sexuality counselor, CancerCare Manitoba, discusses how oncology nurses can help young adults with psychosocial challenges.
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Emerging Antiemetics Offer More Complete Control of Debilitating CINVThe new generation of drugs that has emerged as part of antiemetic cocktails has demonstrated greater success in preventing and controlling chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV), but the symptoms—particularly nausea—still present significant obstacles in anticancer therapy, and the ultimate goal of prevention in all patients has yet to be attained.
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Women Managing Metastatic Breast Cancer: A Video SeriesSHARE's video series featuring women with metastatic breast cancer.
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Helping Patients Make Decisions to Take Charge of Quality of LifeBeing an ear to listen or a voice to help navigate patients through their cancer journey can provide the catalyst they need to remain positive as they fight the disease.
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Can Online Searches Help Identify Pancreatic Cancer at an Earlier Stage?Researchers analyzed Bing.com search logs to identify those recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Through symptom patterns expressed as searches, they were able to identify 5% to 15% of pancreatic cancer cases.
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Samantha Ganey Aquino on a Study of Pain AssessmentSamantha Ganey Aquino discusses results from a study of pain assessment.
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Alice S. Kerber on Discussing Cancer Genetics With PatientsAlice S. Kerber, MN, APRN, ACNS-BC, AOCN, APNG, Oncology Nurse Specialist, Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education, provides advice on discussing cancer genetics with patients.
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Arin Hanson Discusses the Results of a National Needs Assessment of Young Women with Breast CancerArin Ahlum Hanson, MPH, CHES, manager, Young Women's Initiative, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, discusses the results of a national needs assessment of young women with breast cancer that was conducted by the Young Women's Initiative.
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Urgent Visit Program Aims to Reduce ED AdmissionsEducating, raising awareness, and implementing an urgent visit program can reduce emergency department use and number of hospitalizations.
