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Staying Within the Lines: Advice on Adhering to Myeloma TreatmentThere are many reasons patients don’t take their drugs for myeloma and other cancers as prescribed, but there are ways to offer support.
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Five Tips for Easier Cancer Medication ManagementMedication management can easily become overwhelming, but Roberta Carson offers advice to make sure medicine is given as prescribed.
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Examining Response Rates in MSI-H and NTRK Fusion GI CancersLuis A. Diaz, M.D., head of the division of Solid Tumors at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, discusses response rates in patients with microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) or NTRK fusion gastrointestinal (GI) cancers.
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Global Perspectives on Hepatocellular CarcinomaA panel of international oncology experts recently met to exchange thoughts on developments in the field of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common form of liver cancer. They discussed screening and staging issues, treatment of advanced HCC and results of recent clinical trials.
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Dr. Shore Provides an Overview of Biomarkers in Prostate CancerNeal D. Shore, MD, FACS, medical director, Carolina Urologic Research Center, provides an overview of biomarkers in prostate cancer.
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Putting Patients FirstTiffany Stump, RN BSN CBCN, of The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center at The James Cancer Hospital, Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center, shares her Extraordinary Healer essay nomination of Sara Wolfe, B.S.N., RN, CBCN.
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Facing Advanced Cancer's Struggles With CALMGary Rodin, M.D., head of the Department of Supportive Care at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, in Toronto, Canada, discusses CALM, an intervention designed to help patients with advanced-stage cancer cope and talk about their concerns.
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Tecentriq Regimen Misses End Goal in Triple-Negative Breast CancerTecentriq plus chemotherapy did not improve event-free survival in triple-negative breast cancer but increased rate of complete tumor removal.
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A Loyal Friendship Conquers Cancer's BoundariesAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring Wanda Greeley, RN, OCN [ Sacred Heart Cancer Center in Pensacola Florida ]
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Working at the Speed of Light in Melanoma AdvancementsGrowing scientific insights have led to the swift development of treatments for advanced melanoma, leaving doctors to iron out details about their application.
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Taking Control of Multiple MyelomaDonna and Dr Gasparetto close the discussion by highlighting the importance of physicians utilizing their patients, as well as patients being involved with their multiple myeloma treatment.
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A Promising New Treatment Offers Hope in the Fight Against Pancreatic CancerExciting new treatment options for patients with pancreatic cancer are on the rise, thanks to organizations such as the Lustgarten Foundation.
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Fighting BreathlessnessA recent and rare look at long-term lung cancer survivors shows breathlessness among them is persistent and common.
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A Leader in Every SenseThis essay written by registered nurse Candice Roth of Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute, nominates her colleague and fellow registered nurse, Brenda Crump, for CURE®’s 2019 Extraordinary Healer® Award.
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The Biggest Cosmic Joke: Keeping Your Sense of Humor During CancerDespite being diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a cancer of the bile duct, Maria Falzone, a safe sex speaker and comedienne, maintains her sense of humor.
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An Expert Offers Advice on How to Incorporate Exercise Into Your Daily RoutineIn an interview with CURE, Lutheran Medical Center oncology patient navigator Laurie Hatch explains the best ways for patients with cancer and survivors to restart their exercise routine and the best ways to get moving again and combat side effects from treatment like fatigue.
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Moving Mountains for Multiple Myeloma: The DocumentaryThis is our full documentary from the 2016 climb of Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Combination Shows Early Promise in MelanomaTasigna and Mekinist is showing promise for the treatment of patients with BRAF/NRAS wild-type melanoma, according to a recent study.
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Taking the Bad With the GoodFor one mom, cancer presented an opportunity to teach her daughters empathy.
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When Compassionate Cancer Care Meets ImaginationAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring LAURA COSTA, M.S., RN, CMSRN, OCN [THE CANCER INSTITUTE AT ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL, EAST HILLS, NEW YORK]
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Taking Things One Day at a Time"Alvin David, B.S.N., RN-BC, wrote this exemplar as part of his promotion to clinical nurse 3. I will let his words do the talking, as they reveal his true essence as a nurse, colleague, preceptor, friend, father, husband and extraordinary healer," wrote Margie McDonald, M.S.N., RN, CBCN of Memorial Sloan Kettering Monmouth.
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When Lung Cancer Strikes People Under 50Unique challenges become permanent fixtures in the minds of young adults who receive a diagnosis of a life-changing disease, but can change through advocacy support.
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My Oncology Nurse and LifesaverAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring Nancy Dodds, RN, ONC [ Hurley Medical Center in Flint, Michigan ]
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A Leap of Faith: When It's Time to Reset Your Frame of MindI felt like cancer had forced me to do other "uncomfortable" things instead of the bucket list I had chosen.
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Bookshelf: Surviving Cancer: Our Voices & ChoicesA lifelong artist, Marion Behr didn't lose that sensibility when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
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Oncology Nursing Is Not Just a Job, It's a CallingAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring JUDITH LEGASPI, B.S.N., RN, OCN [JFK MEDICAL CENTER, EDISON, NEW JERSEY]
