From CancerCare

Cancer and Fibromyalgia: Addressing the Needs of Patients Despite Limited Research

By

Mary Hanley, LMSW CancerCare

In addition to being common yet serious diseases, both cancer and fibromyalgia bring a high burden of physical pain and negative effects on mental health.

Navigating COVID-19: Self-Care Strategies for Oncology Professionals

By

Sarah Kelly, LSCW CancerCare

A review of techniques oncology nurses can use to help themselves cope with their feelings as they navigate through the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on their practice, their patients, and themselves.

The Role of Rehabilitation Throughout Cancer Treatment

By

Lauren Chatalian, LMSW CancerCare

Many common physical and cognitive impairments experienced by patients with cancer can be addressed by rehabilitation. However, many patients are not aware of how and when its benefits can be had.

The Benefits of Yoga for Cancer Patients

By

Marlee Kiel, LMSW CancerCare

A review of the ways that a yoga practice can help patients cope with their cancer and manage the physical symptoms and side effects of treatment.

Meeting Patients Where They Are: Improving Communications With Those Affected by Breast Cancer

By

Joseline Lopez, MPsy CancerCare

Not all patients with breast cancer describe their experience the same way. To ensure good communications with these patients, you should allow the patient to define what terms best describe her experience.

A Review of Barriers to a Successful Patient-Provider Relationship in the Hispanic Community

By

Lucia Fanjul, LMSW CancerCare

A review of significant factors that influence treatment adherence among Hispanic patients.

Cancer and the Transgender Community

By

William Goeren, LCSW-R, ACSW, OSW-C, SEP CancerCare

CancerCare explains how cancer risks and care differ between transgender persons and the general population.

How to Support Positive Body Image and High Self-Esteem in Patients With Cancer

By

Leeann Medina-Martinez, LMSW CancerCare

The impact of treatment side effects on self-esteem and what nurses can do to help.

Meditation Made Easy: Simple Practices for Patients With Cancer and Their Caregivers

By

Richard Dickens, MS, LCSW-R CancerCare

This description of meditation practice, with some simple exercises, can serve as an introduction to its benefits or just help cancer patients and caregivers better cope with disease-related stress.

The Role of Positive Psychology in Oncology Practice

By

Claire Grainger-Valvano, LCSW, OSW-C CancerCare

A novel approach to how patients — and nurses — think about challenges can improve their mood and coping ability during a cancer crisis. Strategies that support better moods are also offered.