Doctors Aware of Patient Difficulties Affording Medical Care
Three-quarters of doctors surveyed say they consider out-of-pocket costs when making clinical decisions.
General Oncology
Health Professionals Supportive of Medicinal Cannabis
However, across medicine, pharmacy, and nursing, providers need more information.
Higher Risk for Cancer, Mortality Seen With Pediatric-Onset IBD
Risk for cancer, mortality increased for patients with pediatric-onset ulcerative colitis, Crohn disease.
Interest Level High, but Knowledge Low Regarding Music-Based Therapeutic Options
A survey study sought to determine levels of knowledge and interest among oncology and palliative care nurses regarding music therapy/care.
Risk for Cancer Increased in Men, Women With T2DM
Standardized incidence ratio highest for prostate cancer for men, nasopharynx cancer for women.
News Is Good and Bad for Oncology Patient Navigation Studies
A systematic review of studies had surprising findings on the efficacy of oncology patient navigation.
Pediatric Oncology Intervention Focuses on a Common Adverse Effect of Nursing
An evidence-based intervention sought to improve compassion fatigue, compassion satisfaction, and resilience and coping practices among pediatric oncology nurses.
Inclusion of Geriatric Assessments Alters Cancer Management in Older Patients
A prospective cohort study sought to evaluate the impact of including a nurse geriatric assessment and input from an OMT in treatment decision-making for older patients with cancer.
Public Disclosure Law Improves Nurse Staffing Ratios
After enactment of N.J. law mandating reporting of staffing info, patients per RN fell for 10 specialties.
Enhanced Reimbursement Incentives for Generic Cancer Drugs Found Not to Affect Prescribing Patterns
Critics of the study say they are not surprised by the study’s conclusions, as oncologists make treatment decisions based on best treatment course, not money.
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