US Incidence of Pediatric Thyroid Cancer on the Rise
More marked increases in incidence observed from 2006 to 2013 than from 1973 to 2006.
Oncology
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Cancer Diagnosis in Women
Increased odds ratios for cancer observed in different categories of OSA for women, not men.
Chemotherapy-Free Combo Therapy Approved for Previously Untreated CLL
The FDA has approved Venclexta in combination with Gazyva for the treatment of patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma.
Kadcyla Approved as Adjuvant Treatment for HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer
FDA approval was supported by data from the phase 3 KATHERINE study.
Oncology Split-Fill Program May Help Improve Adherence, Cut Costs and Reduce Medication Waste
A study presented at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Managed Care and Specialty Pharmacy 2019 Annual Meeting showed that an oral oncology split-fill program implemented by AllianceRx Walgreens Prime resulted in improved adherence and reduced pharmacy costs and medication waste.
Hypofractionated Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer: The New ASTRO/ASCO/AUA Guideline
New joint guideline from ASTRO, ASCO, and AUA offers an alternative to conventional radiation regimens for those patients who opt for treatment instead of active surveillance or surgery.
Sharing Personal Contact Information With Patients
Some of my oncology nurse colleagues give patients their personal cell phone numbers. Sometimes I feel like I’m the odd one for not giving my number when patients ask if they can text me. Am I behind the times?
Oncology Nurses Weigh In on Their Patient-Centered Communication Practices, Needs
Responses to a survey demonstrated oncology nurses’ perspectives on their training needs on how to effectively communicate with patients regarding disease prognoses, end-of-life issues, and survivorship care.
An Evaluation of the Impact of Oncology Nurse-Led Primary Palliative Care on Nurse Providers
The roles and workloads of oncology infusion room nurses may be substantially altered by their participation in the CONNECT intervention.
Most Nurses Unsatisfied With Hospitals’ End-of-Life Care
The nurse practice environment was the best predictor of poor-quality end-of-life care, according to reseachers.
