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DNA analysis of stool boosts accuracy rate of Cologuard to more than 90 percent, researchers say.
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AAD: Skin cancer self-treatment detrimental
Most self-treatments for skin cancer result in poor cosmoses, and extensive tissue damage is observed in more than one-third of such cases.
Out-of-pocket costs influence adherence to treatment
Many patients skip doses or stop taking medication entirely when their share of the costs becomes too high.
Out-of-pocket costs determine treatment adherence for cancer patients
When a patient’s share of prescription costs becomes too high, many patients skip doses or stop taking medication entirely, according to new research.
Smart phone photos for easier detection of pediatric eye cancer
Can parents use digital cameras and smart phones to potentially screen their children for the most common form of pediatric eye cancer? Researchers believe so.
Online communication can reduce depression in cancer
Women with breast cancer felt less depressed after creating personal websites that allowed them to chronicle their cancer experiences online and stay in touch with their social networks.
Toolkit helps manage life after cancer treatment
A new Survivorship Toolkit offers patients posttreatment self-care plans, wallet-sized information cards, and a calendar for keeping track of appointments.
Study suggests 10-year colonoscopy rescreen not needed after first negative result
It may be reasonable to use methods other than colonoscopy to rescreen people who had negative results on their first screening colonoscopy.
ONS Connections: Participatory nutrition education effective for patients with gastrectomy
A nutritional education program for patients with gastrectomy improved knowledge, oral intake, adherence to diet guidelines, and patient satisfaction compared with patients who received usual nutrition education.
Remind patients that supplements can have adverse effects
Persons with cancer who use herbs or dietary supplements are at risk for harmful drug interactions, a new study has reiterated.
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