Vicarious Trauma: Preventing, Recognizing Its Effects in Oncology Clinicians
A review of how vicarious trauma develops in helping professionals such as oncology nurses, and some preventive measures to mitigate its effects.
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Meeting Patients’ Spiritual Needs in Oncology Care
A review of the importance of spiritual care for patients with cancer, and tips for how to incorporate this need into routine cancer care.
Peer Support Essential for Young Adults Recovering From Cancer Treatment
A review of the importance family, friends, and a support system have on the cancer journey and survival outcomes for young adults with cancer.
Impact of Sexual Trauma and Need for Trauma-Informed Oncology Care
This review article discusses how cancer care may cause survivors of sexual trauma to re-experience their trauma and offers tips on how to mitigate this potential.
Supporting Patients Who Are Returning to Work After a Cancer Diagnosis
A well-known cancer patient support organization offers tips on helping patients prepare for their return to the workforce.
Books, Movies, and Journaling Aid Coping During, After Cancer Treatment
An exploration of complementary therapies that help patients cope during and after treatment for cancer.
Shared Decision Making Benefits Patients, Clinicians in Oncology Care
The benefits to both patients and clinicians of encouraging patients to actively participate in their care decisions are reviewed.
Contributing Factors to Delays in Diagnosis, Treatment Initiation of Cancers in Men
A review of the health-related behaviors common to men that may explain delays in diagnosis and treatment, and poor cancer outcomes.
The Impact of Cancer on Mental Health: Recognizing Symptoms and Providing Support
This review lists key signs and symptoms of deteriorating mental health in patients with cancer and how to recognize them.
Simple Concepts to Better Serve Patients With Cancer
Claire Grainger, an oncology social worker with CancerCare, explains 7 concepts that can improve communication with and care of patients with cancer.
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