[Cancer Management and Research] In this review, the authors explore barriers to greater use of radiotherapy related to wrong perceptions and lack of knowledge in both physicians and patients that may be contributing to a lack of referrals to radiation oncology.
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.
How and where can patients and caregivers dispose unused medications safely? — Name withheld on request DEA Drug Take Back Day The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Drug Take Back Day is a national event coordinated with community partners and local law enforcement officials to provide an opportunity for patients and caregivers to dispose of unused…
Minorities more likely to report difficulty seeing a culturally similar health care provider.
What should nurses know to support their patients if an oncology nutritionist or clinical dietitian is not available to counsel a patient?
A call to action suggests cancer care should include interventions that help patients change how they think of their cancer and its treatment course.
An analysis of completion rates for PRO measures among patients with multiple myeloma found that reminders and use of preferred delivery mode influence response rate.
Results of the PRISM-P trial compared the benefits parents of children with cancer derived from resilience training in a 1-on-1 setting vs group setting vs usual psychosocial care alone.
Interviews with young cancer survivors revealed the 3 themes that define their concerns regarding the end of treatment.
Swedish researchers report on an app that facilitates symptom management, self-care, and communication with the cancer care team.
