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Raising Awareness on Multidisciplinary Approaches in GI CancersPatients with gastrointestinal cancer may benefit from multidisciplinary care and open communication with their care team, as per an expert.
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Myeloma Heroes Come in Many FormsI find myself enormously inadequate to fully explain why I think this lady, my wife, should be selected as a Multiple Myeloma Hero, but whether she is or not, she is my hero.
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What is LymphomaWhat is Lymphoma - Lymphoma refers to a deadly cancer of your lymphatic system, including the spleen, glands, bone marrow, and lymph nodes (lymph glands).
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What Patients With Cancer Should Know About DPD Deficiency Prior to ChemoDr. Gabriel A. Brooks discusses what DPD deficiency is and why it is important for patients with cancer receiving 5-FU or Xeloda to be aware of it.
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Taking My Life Back After Two Bouts of Breast CancerI experienced two separate breast cancer diagnoses, and the aromatase inhibitors I was prescribed drastically decreased my quality of life. Then, I found a way out.
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My Mastectomy Results Were Not What I ExpectedChoosing to get a mastectomy was a difficult decision to make, but then the pathology results came back indicating a second cancer.
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FDA Approves UGN-102 For Some With Bladder CancerThe FDA has granted approval to UGN-102 for use in patients with low-grade intermediate-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer.
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Health Care Costs Should Not Compromise Cancer CareThe cost of cancer care is often an insurmountable challenge for many patients, in particular patients with lung cancer. Many of whom will die because they cannot afford treatment. Health care costs must not compromise care.
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Push Down, Turn: Phases of Treatment for CancerA woman writes about the feeling of ambivalence that comes with each milestone in the treatment journey for her breast cancer.
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How an Oncology Social Worker Answers the Question, ‘Why Do You Do What You Do?’An oncology social worker, who is also a cancer survivor, describes life lessons learned through work and personal experiences.
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A Great Display of Healing in Cancer CareA colleague wrote about a dedicated oncology nurse who excels in patient care, demonstrates exceptional clinical skills and consistently goes above and beyond to improve patient outcomes.
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Incredible Hero Without A Cape"Although Carolyn loved her role as a navigator, she realized she could help patients with lung cancer with a screening program to help with earlier detection."
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Understanding the Evolution of Waldenström Macroglobulinemia TreatmentDr. Shirley D’Sa discusses how treatment strategies for WM have evolved over the course of her career.
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Beacons of Light, Hope and Community for Patients With Metastatic Breast CancerA metastatic breast cancer survivor explains why it’s so important to find other cancer survivors to walk alongside.
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Reflection on Life 10 Years After Stem Cell TransplantA decade ago, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and underwent aggressive chemotherapy and an allogenic stem cell transplant. Though I still have complications related to my cancer, I’m thankful for what I still have.
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A Lung Cancer Survivor, Fighter and AdvocateSimply put, Jan Poulsen is an inspiration to those diagnosed with lung cancer, a friend writes.
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Extraordinary Oncology Nurse, Extraordinary PersonDonna MacDonald, B.S.N., RN, OCN, CCM, goes beyond her duties as a nurse to advocate and support her patients.
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My Journey with Oral CancerI had what I thought was a canker sore that didn't heal. It ended up being cancer.
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Lung Cancer Research Advocacy Driven by HeartA woman writes about the unique lung cancer advocate who leads his endeavors with his heart for change.
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Incorporating Empathy and Compassion During Cancer TreatmentA knowledgeable and compassionate oncology nurse can make a huge different in a patient’s cancer treatment.
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Effective Teamwork Shapes a New Oncology PracticeOne patient credits two oncology nurses for being knowledgeable and compassionate towards all patients they cared for especially during the establishment of a new oncology practice.
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Overcoming Fear After Three Times With CancerWhen I had cancer for the third time, I spent afternoons resting in my room, watching and listening to the sounds of nature.
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Advancing CML Management Towards an Ideal Patient JourneyThe panel concludes its discussion with insights on challenges and unmet needs in the CML treatment landscape, highlighting ways to better support patients and caregivers.
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A Pioneer of Metastatic Breast Cancer Research Who Never Gives up on PatientsA surgical oncologist honors an admirable doctor in the field who refuses to falter in the face of challenges in order to do exhaust every opportunity possible to improve the lives of patients with metastatic breast cancer.
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Future Outlook of Kidney Cancer TreatmentExpert oncologists offer closing thoughts on emerging therapeutic strategies, unmet needs, and the future of kidney cancer treatment.
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COSMIC-313 Trial Lead Breaks Down Treatment Intensification in RCCDr. Laurence Albiges discusses triplet therapies, highlighting which patients with RCC may garner the most benefit with this treatment intensification.
