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High-Frequency, Low-Dose Calquence-Rituxan Combo May Elicit Safe Responses in Previously Untreated CLL/SLLThe combination of Calquence and Rituxan may also be useful during the COVID-19 pandemic as it decreases infusion times and patient interactions, according to an expert.
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Relay for (Second) LifeFundraising to fight cancer is flourishing in Second Life, a virtual world where peopl's created characters live an alternative "life"
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Survivor Discusses Exciting Advancements in Prostate CancerOver the past few decades, prostate cancer has become better understood and treated more effectively.
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Andrew Schorr on How Journalism Led Him to Patient AdvocacyAndrew Schorr, founder of Patient Power and Patient Empowerment and 2016 MPN Hero, discusses how his background in journalism led him to patient advocacy.
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A Born Navigator in Oncology CareSometimes in life, we are fortunate enough to meet an individual who inspires us, motivating us to be our best. I was fortunate to meet Valerie “Val” Betancourt, M.S.N., RN, NP-C, OCN, over 20 years ago. Little did I know this was going to be the beginning of a wonderful friendship.
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Bonnie J. Blankert on Being a Caregiver to Someone With an MPNBonnie Joyce Blankert, caregiver and 2016 MPN Hero, discusses the importance of remaining calm when caregiving for a loved one with MPN who recently had a stem cell transplant.
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The Importance of Seeing an Ovarian Cancer SpecialistRenee Cowan, gynecologic oncology fellow at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), discusses the importance of patients with ovarian cancer seeing an oncologist who specializes in the field.
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The CDC's Role in the National Cancer Moonshot InitiativeLisa Richardson, M.D., M.P.H., director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, discusses the CDC's role in the National Cancer Moonshot Initiative.
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Amanda Yopp, NP, Discusses Patient Education Regarding Clinical TrialsAmanda Yopp, NP, Clinical Nurse Educator, Takeda Oncology, discusses educating patients before they enroll on a clinic trial.
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Cancer Treatments — and Its Long-term Effects — Are Like a Bar FightAs it turned out, I didn't have to die from my long-term cancer side effects. I only had to feel like I was about to for long enough for the medical profession to finally take notice.
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The Hero I Needed During CancerAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring JESSICA KOBS, RN [AMERICAN FAMILY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY, MADISON, WISCONSIN]
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House CallDr. Aman Buzdar discusses the latest breast cancer treatment strategies with aromatase inhibitors.
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Giving Is in Her DNAAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring CAROL J. STALZER, B.S.N., RN, CBCN [UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER, HOUSTON, TEXAS]
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Helping Me "Take Charge" After CancerAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring Sarah Rowe, RN, OCN [ Florida Cancer Affiliates in Panama City, Florida ]
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No Stomach For Cancer Hosts Spotlight on Gastric Cancer Event in AprilStomach cancer non-profit organization hosts "Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer: The past, the present, and hope for the future" event.
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An Oncology Nurse Who Is Always Glad to Answer CallsIt is that one-to-one communication that allows Kimberly Rosencrance, B.S.N., RN, OCN, to excel as an oncology nurse.
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Starting Early and Staying Late: Dedication to Patients With CancerAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring Kim-Chi Pham, RN, OCN [Harris Health System – Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital in Houston, Texas]
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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Awards Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation First Ever "Rare As One Network" GrantThe Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) announced that the Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation (FCF) is among a select group of patient-led rare disease organizations, including rare cancer foundations, to receive the first CZI Rare As One Network grant.
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My Top 10 List for Living With CancerNine years as an ovarian cancer “lifer” yields these tips for surviving and thriving when there’s no end of treatment ahead.
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Novel Drug Induces Robust Responses in von-Hippel Lindau Disease-Associated Kidney CancerAt a median follow-up of almost two years, 88.5% of patients remained on study treatment.
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Participating in a Lung Cancer Registry Can Be EmpoweringLung cancer registries, like the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation's, can be beneficial to patients and researchers.
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Who Should Be Tested for a BRCA Mutation? The Science Is EvolvingClinical genetics experts see value in testing more women for BRCA mutations.
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MPN Hero Advocates for Her Daughter Until The Right Diagnosis Is MadeFor Natalie Catalano, caregiving for her daughter with essential thrombocythemia included not only being a rock of support, but also being a vocal advocate for her daughter’s care team to make the right diagnosis.
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Compassionate Cancer Care That Began With a HugAn Extraordinary Healer essay honoring Annie Nelson, RN, MSN [ Sanford Cancer Center and Center for Digestive Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota ]
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Caring for the Cancer CaregiverThose acting as caregivers to patients with cancer often face their own set of hardships.
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Managing Cancer Scares During a PandemicNavigating the scary path of a cancer caregiver possibly becoming the patient with cancer.
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Colleen M. O'Leary on How Patients Can Manage Oral MucositisColleen M. O'Leary, RN, MSN, AOCNS, from The James Cancer Hospital, The Ohio State University, discusses how patients can manage oral mucositis.
