From CancerCare
Navigating the Transition From Treatment to Breast Cancer Survivor
The transition from active treatment to survivorship for patients with breast cancer can be as complex as the disease. An oncology social worker discusses the challenges of this "new unknown" in the continuum of care.
Invisible Burdens: The Complex Needs of Caregivers of Patients With Brain Cancer
Caregivers of patients with malignant brain tumors often bear additional burdens in their role, as these patients often experience cognition-related adverse effects as well as the effects of their cancer and its treatment.
Preventing Body-Trauma Triggers During Radiation Therapy for Cancer
Some patients undergoing radiation therapy may experience traumatic symptoms if they had a prior experience that triggered their "fight, flight, or freeze" response. Somatic experiencing may help these patients manage their symptoms during their radiation treatments.
Gay Men and the Stigma of a Cancer Diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis often further stigmatizes gay men, particularly those who have not revealed their sexual orientation to others. In this review, CancerCare's Bill Goeren discusses the psychosocial challenges inherent to cancer care for gay men.
Rare Cancers Pose a Challenge for Patients, Clinicians
A diagnosis of a rare cancer is compounded by a greater sense of isolation because patients often struggle to find "someone like me." Support measures need to provide a sense of inclusion as well as meet unique needs.
Physical Activity Improves Outcomes for Patients with Breast Cancer and Survivors
Physical activity is proven to improve both physical and mental effects of cancer diagnosis and treatment, even if the activity needs to be modified to fit the patient's current abilities.
The Integration of Cannabis in Oncologic Care
Despite recent new legislation, medical marijuana as an adjunct to palliative and end-of-life care remains controversial. But a greater acceptance within both the medical community and the lay public is prompting research on how it can be integrated into standard care.
Therapeutic Writing in Group Work For Patients With Cancer
Journaling can offer patients with cancer a safe space to express and process emotions without fear of judgment or risk of burdening loved ones.
Hypnosis and Its Use in Cancer Treatment
A cursory look at hypnosis and where it may be used to offer an alternative and side-effect-free management of several aspects of care that can be beneficial to patients with cancer.
Tips for Culturally Sensitive Communications With Hispanic Patients and Caregivers
Culturally sensitive communications with Hispanic patients can help them understand their cancer diagnosis and treatment options.
Cancer Fact Sheets
Computed Tomography (CT) Scans and Cancer (Fact Sheet)
This fact sheet defines computed tomography (CT), explains its use in cancer detection, and answers questions regarding radiation exposure from CT use.
Garlic and Cancer Prevention (Fact Sheet)
This fact sheet explores links between garlic and cancer prevention, including study and clinical trials evidence and safety concerns.
Radon and Cancer (Fact Sheet)
This fact sheet defines radon and reviews radon-related cancer risks.
ONA Articles
- Neurotoxicity After CAR T-cell Therapy May Be Associated With Endothelial Activation
- New Class of Clinical Trial Enhances Research on Cancer Care Delivery
- A Case of Immunotherapy-Induced Myocarditis Concomitant to MG in Lung Cancer
- Novel Predictive Model More Effectively Identifies Risk for Lung Cancer
- Overall Survival Increase for Melanoma Brain Metastases
- Anticancer Properties of The Probiotic Kefir: A Review
- Combining Radiation, Immunotherapy: An Emerging Challenge for Oncology Nursing
- Navigating the Transition From Treatment to Breast Cancer Survivor
- Naldemedine Effective for Opioid-Induced Constipation in Cancer Pain
- Disruptions to Circadian Rhythm Linked to Prostate Cancer Surgery Regret
- A Case of Immunotherapy-Induced Myocarditis Concomitant to MG in Lung Cancer
- Daily Aspirin Reduced Risk of HBV-Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Lanreotide Effectively Controls Diarrhea, Flushing in Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Case Report of a KIT-mutated Melanoma Patient With an Excellent Response to Apatinib and Temozolomide Combination Therapy
- Novel Predictive Model More Effectively Identifies Risk for Lung Cancer
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